Kollam (Quilon) Cityscapes/Projects [Archive] - Page 13

Reghu

July 18th, 2011, 12:05 PM

:)Good to have a marine drive strech for kollam...but still if you look more closely to this strech, it could have done in a better way..again a visionless bureacrats i belive or perposeful ignorance..

It wold have looked better if:

they paved pathways stretch same as that of marine drive..so people can do their walks enjoying the beauty of nature..

plant some trees & herbs to provide the shades...

Provide parking bays on either side of road and designated parking areas inside the pathway..

Provide seating arrangments, water & toilet facilities

Allocated designated areas for the fishemen community to have their boats harboured

anywy..something is better than nothin...and hopefully someone will have such sorts of vision...its only a suggestion...

Colin, what you have said is absolutely correct. Currently, the people behind the developments are thinking about only about the Kollam Port's need of a 4-lane road.

It is true that there are purposeful ignorance and vested interests within the bureacrats to block the development of the port and the region which our minister himself has reiterated a number of times.

But anyway, there is scope for the walkway in future as the possibility of reclaiming land and building it. But it may take time.

One intersting thing I have noticed when I visited the place is that several people are going to the extreme end of the 2.1 KM long break water in cars to enjoy the Kollam coast in the evenings. It would be a stumming view from there especially when all the lights are illuminated.

Reghu

July 18th, 2011, 06:53 PM

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More Snaps @ Kollam Cargo Port (Thankasseri Port) & Neendakara Port (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=909246&page=8)

dinakar

July 18th, 2011, 06:59 PM

:)Good to have a marine drive strech for kollam...but still if you look more closely to this strech, it could have done in a better way..again a visionless bureacrats i belive or perposeful ignorance.
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one more example poor planning and purposeful ignorance as you said.

this is kerala and here in politics its mission that counts not vision, and the mission is to fill there own pockets.....:ohno::ohno:

sreejith010

July 18th, 2011, 08:48 PM

Any info about proposed 2000cr Titanium sponge factory at chavara? It's been in news for a long time.

Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 03:51 AM

Any info about proposed 2000cr Titanium sponge factory at chavara? It's been in news for a long time.

Currently, no updates. Since it is a central goverment aided project, it is sure to realize. And Shibu Baby John will be keen on materializing it as it will generate thousands of jobs.

Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 04:16 AM

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Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 04:21 AM

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Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 04:29 AM

The new renovated MG Park with gardens, children's Giant Wheel, playwares, pedal boating facilities, caves, and toy trains will be opened to the public on August 15th 2011 with user fees. There will not be any fees for visiting any other place in the beach except MG Park.

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maheshponneth

July 19th, 2011, 08:19 AM

sreejith010

July 19th, 2011, 09:31 AM

Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 10:50 AM

@Reghubahi, Once again we are very thank full on you for showcasing our city. It's very very glad so see that most of infrastructure projects and city beautification projects in city coming to its final stage except SP Office flyover. Kollam city corporation and our MLA PKG have a crucial role in it.

But it's high time to think beyond kollam city corporation. Infrastructure outside kollam city is stlll poor and these areas are growing faster than corporation area. Good connectivity between fast growing towns like karunagapally, kundara and kottiyam and connectivity between these towns and kollam city are very much important to the development of kollam city and kollam district.

I heard a proposal of four lining of kottiyam- kundara road. Don't know what happened to that one. This road will become a major bloodline of kollam after kollam technopark become operational as this is the road which connect kundara to trivandrum technopark and airport. Hope our bureacrats will understand these things.

Yes this 4-lane road was envisaged by MA Baby especially for connecting Kollam Techno Park with Trivandrum Techno Park and the Airport to reach there in an hour or 1 hr 15 mins.

I think the priliminary steps for this road was already started during the LDF rule. Basically, it is widening of the road from the current 2-lane to 4-lane. Land aquisition is required in the along the 13 KM stretch from Kottiyam to Kundara Mukkada. From Kundara to the Kollam Techno Park, the remaining 3 KMs will be a 2 lane road.

Now, since the government has changed, there may be a slowness in the work. As MA Baby is still the MLA from Kundara, the work is expected to be completed along with the work of Techno Park at Kundara in a phased manner.

There was also a proposal to connect this road from Kundara with a new road from Karunagapply so that this entire stretch from Karunagapally to Kottiaym will be a semi circular ring road that bypasses Kollam city.

Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 03:01 PM

But it's high time to think beyond kollam city corporation. Infrastructure outside kollam city is stlll poor and these areas are growing faster than corporation area. Good connectivity between fast growing towns like karunagapally, kundara and kottiyam and connectivity between these towns and kollam city are very much important to the development of kollam city and kollam district.

I heard a proposal of four lining of kottiyam- kundara road. Don't know what happened to that one.

You are correct. If Kollam has to develop as a major city of the region, we need to look up at the overall development of all the towns in the district. Since the north - south distance of the district is mere 55 KMs it takes only 30 - 40 mins to reach the city from Oachira or Paripally.

I think we can categorize the towns according to the distance and with a Greater Kollam perspective.

Category - 1 (Chavara, Kundara, Anchalumoodu, Kannanallore, and Kottiyam)

Chavara, Kundara, Kannanallore, Anchalumoodu, and Kottiyam should be integrated with the city corporation providing better road infrastructure, flyovers at all railway crossings, residential areas with good drainage, drinking water, and waste treatment plants.. etc.

KSRTC City service buses especially circular services should be introduced to all the important centres within the city. Kollam Byapass is the key and future roads can be envisaged to connect to

Category - 2 (Karunagapally, Kottarakkara, Paravur, and Chathannor)

Widening of NH-47 and NH-208 will resolve the basic road infrastructure issue. It would be ideal to widen the exisiting roads Chathanoor - Kottarakkara and Kottarakkara - Karunagapally with a link road outside Kottarakkara town.

More industries and future IT parks can be planned at these road stretches as land acquisition will not be a major issue compared to those near the city areas.

MEMU services will be helpful for better access of the towns Karunagapally and Paravur.

Coastal road completion and bus services to Paravur through the coastal route will take only 20 mins to reach the the tourist town.

Category - 3 (Ochira, Punalur, Anchal, Shasthancottah, Puthoor, Pathanapuram, Paripally, Chadayamangalam)

These towns should get overall development and since they are located around 30 to 40 KMs away from the city, better road infrastructure would be the basic need especially for towns such as Chadayamangalam, Pathanapuram, Anchal, etc. Major development plans should be envisaged specifically for these towns including educational and toursm sectors. It would be ideal if Pathanapuram become a municipality for the development of the eastern parts of the district.

Reghu

July 19th, 2011, 03:59 PM

Aji Kollam

July 19th, 2011, 04:13 PM

Reghu

U have done a fabulous photo shoot in Kollam.

sreejith010

July 19th, 2011, 05:54 PM

Hi Sreejith, if you look at the budget allocation for roads in Kollam district, the mentioned Kottiyam - Kundara - Karunagapally road has not fund allocation. This road was a prestigious one for our district especailly due to the upcoming Kollam Techno Park and as it can serve as a better bypass compared to the existing bypass as this route is not through the city.

They should have allocated something for this road instead of the Thangassery-Thirumullavaram-Maruthady-Sakthikulangara Road which is infact a coastal road in a highly congested and dense region.

Now all hope remains on M K baby. He is the only one who can do something for this road as it is in his constituency by using its political power. Also technopark is the prestigious project of MKB. But Reghu, process of widening this road already started during LDF rule. So how this govt change affect the road project?

And one more thing. After technopark become operational, traffic in between kollam and kundara will be more. I mean already busy road become more busy resulting big traffic problem. :bash::bash: So kollam-kundara road need special attention like any other major road project in kerala.

Reghu

July 20th, 2011, 07:54 AM

Now all hope remains on M K baby. He is the only one who can do something for this road as it is in his constituency by using its political power. Also technopark is the prestigious project of MKB. But Reghu, process of widening this road already started during LDF rule. So how this govt change affect the road project?

And one more thing. After technopark become operational, traffic in between kollam and kundara will be more. I mean already busy road become more busy resulting big traffic problem. :bash::bash: So kollam-kundara road need special attention like any other major road project in kerala.

Sreejith, my point was there is no special fund allocation for the Kottiyam - Kundara - Karunagapally road especially as it is one of the most important road for the development of the district. After the government change we are not hearing too much about this road work and even the techno park work progress.

Probably, MA Baby can put more pressure on the development of both these projects especially as one of his projects (IIMC) has defintely become a damp squib as it is shifted.

Regarding, the Kollam - Kundara NH-208 development, flyovers are required at Chandanathope, Keralapuram, Elampallor, Mukkada, and Pallimukku junctions along with widening of the road to a 4-lane one.

Emapallor and Mukkada flyovers are very important for the development of Kundara town as the industrial town is chocked and bottlenecked with railway crossing at every important junctions. The situation will aggravate after the Punalur - Schencottah BG conversion is over.

Reghu

July 20th, 2011, 09:59 AM

Reghu

U have done a fabulous photo shoot in Kollam.

Thank you, Aji. I will post more snaps shortly. Infact, I was so thriled by the beautification process of MG Park, Children's Traffic Park & Amusement Park, Residency Bunglow and the Adventure Park. Though work is in progress and yet to be finished, the area is very clean and maintained well unlike previously. I think the corporation is doing a good job now and there are lot of discussion going on about projects such as Bus Terminal, Parking tower, Internation Convention centre, Underpass, a flyover from railway station to collectrate Jn. etc. etc.
Though these are only mooted or proposed, these kind of healthy and productive discussion were not there atleast an year before.

The important thing is even the corporation, local MLA's and MP has realized that tourism is a major industry for Kollam's development. Hence, they are promoting the backwater tourism related programs and projects including the Ashtamudi Jalothsavam.

Kudos to Mayor Prasanna Earnest. The mayor herself has earnestly requested the Chief Minister, Tourism Minister and others concerened to include Kollam in all brochures of Tourism related publishings from India.

Another important factor for tourism will be the upcoming Five Star hotel at Thevally which will give real impetus to the backwater tourism as per the owner Ravi Paillai.

The Indian President's visit of the hotel on August 29 along with the Ashtamudi Jalotsavam will be a great fillip.

Also, the Kollam MP is arranging an all India conference of all the state tourim ministers in Kollam prior to that for discussing the district's tourim potential.

sreejith010

July 20th, 2011, 10:21 AM

The important thing is even the corporation, local MLA's and MP has realized that tourism is a major industry for Kollam's development. Hence, they are promoting the backwater tourism related programs and projects including the Ashtamudi Jalothsavam.

Kudos to Mayor Prasanna Earnest. The mayor herself has earnestly requested the Chief Minister, Tourism Minister and others concerened to include Kollam in all brochures of Tourism related publishings from India.

Also, the Kollam MP is arranging an all India conference of all the state tourim ministers in Kollam prior to that for discussing the district's tourim potential.

Looks like Peethambara Kurup realized that whole kollam is against him.
Anyway good for kollam... Good for him....

sreejith010

July 20th, 2011, 10:24 AM

Technopark Kollam

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Source (http://technopark.org/component/content/article/206)

geekay_r

July 21st, 2011, 03:30 AM

Hi,
We have introduced a new section in the http://kollamcity.in website to introduce the prominent faces of our city. You can see more details here (http://www.kollamcity.in).

If anyone can share more info/links about the other important faces of kollam, it would be helpful.

sreejith010

July 24th, 2011, 05:56 AM

From my friends, I heard that technopark based accentia technologies shown interest in setting up a center in upcoming Kollam technopark. Is that true? If yes, it should be great considering the fact that accentia technologies in one of the largest IT firm operating in Trivandrum technopark. This will encourage more IT firms to set up their operations in Kollam technopark.

I think some of our local forumers can help us on this matter.

Aji Kollam

July 24th, 2011, 03:21 PM

linu

July 24th, 2011, 04:17 PM

Protest gearing up in Kollam against IIMC shifting to Kottayam.

Peethambara Kurup and M A Baby will will meet Ummenchandi together soon to protest against the move.

I can understand MA Baby but y Peethambara Kurup a part of that.

In fact As per SA Krishna(as per his statements)Jose K Mani took it back from Kollam... Where was Kurup then??

"Jose K Mani took it back from Kollam.."

here actually some thinking ...Actually who took it back to kerala ?/ who is the man for the re-installation , where did it propsed? who shifted it actually place? what the reason for shifting ?

geekay_r

July 25th, 2011, 06:34 AM

Few of the featured faces of kollam are available here (http://kollamcity.in/category/face-book). Please let me know the names/links of the missing faces of kollam.

Reghu

July 25th, 2011, 09:14 AM

"Jose K Mani took it back from Kollam.."

here actually some thinking ...Actually who took it back to kerala ?/ who is the man for the re-installation , where did it propsed? who shifted it actually place? what the reason for shifting ?

Now the government is planning to shift the proposed IGNOU regional centre at Chavara in the district to another district.
Heard it will be shifted to Vithura. It is really unfortunate that the government is doing these activitites to a district which lacks good educational institution of national standard.:ohno:

karunagappally

July 25th, 2011, 08:16 PM

My First Post
KC Center Karunagappally

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karunagappally

July 25th, 2011, 08:23 PM

Malabar Gold & Adjacent Buildings, Karunagappally
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karunagappally

July 25th, 2011, 08:33 PM

Hotel New Excellency, Karunagappally, Kollam
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Hotel Comfort Regency, Karunagappally, Kollam
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karunagappally

July 25th, 2011, 08:34 PM

Darsana Traders & Darsana Silks, Karunagappally, Kollam
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Louis & Sons Furniture Showroom, Karunagappally, Kollam
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sreejith010

July 25th, 2011, 09:34 PM

Great snaps karunagapally. KC center is an awesome structure. :applause::applause:

Karunagappally is a fast growing urban centre in south kerala. It is the gateway to Amritapuri, the abode of Mata Amritanandamayi. The growth of the spiritual and social movement led by the Mata (Amma to her followers) has contributed significantly to the transition of Karunagappally from an agrarian setting to a modern town.

@karunagapally, Please post some updated snaps of the new shopping mall under construction in lalaji junction...

sreejith010

July 25th, 2011, 09:36 PM

Another snap of KC center

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ajithv

July 26th, 2011, 12:45 AM

The Hotel Project by Ravi Pillai will be inaugurated by Bollywood Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on August 18th.

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Source : City Kaumudi

Reghu

July 26th, 2011, 06:36 AM

The Hotel Project by Ravi Pillai will be inaugurated by Bollywood Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on August 18th.

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Source : City Kaumudi

Indeed, it ia great news. King Khan inaugrating one of the best hotels in Kerala. Also, more VIPs to visit the hotel in August September including the President of India.

This will indeed give a spurt and fillip to the tourism of Kollam especially in the wake of Ashtamudi Jalotsawam, Kallada Jalotsawam, Kanneti Jalothsawan and Kollam Fest to follow this year.

karunagappally

July 26th, 2011, 06:38 AM

@ sreejith010
Sure will try to take a snap today itself . . .

Reghu

July 26th, 2011, 06:46 AM

My First Post
KC Center Karunagappally

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By bremenkollam (http://profile.imageshack.us/user/bremenkollam) at 2011-07-25

Dude, Excellent efforts to showcase our fast growing urban town. Karunagapally is indeed one the fastest growing urban centres in South Kerala. The North Kollam development is much faster compared to South Kollam thanks to NRI investment.

Please post snaps from Amrithapuri as well.

karunagappally

July 26th, 2011, 11:16 AM

HJ Complex : 16-storey shopping complex with multiplexes under construction at Karunagappally

Rendering of the building
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Construction Update 1
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Construction Update 2
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jayadevan_c

July 26th, 2011, 12:07 PM

HJ Complex : 16-storey shopping complex with multiplexes under construction at Karunagappally

As per their website it is 10 floors only. However it seems a good one in Karunagappally

http://www.hnjcomplex.com/

karunagappally

July 26th, 2011, 12:44 PM

@ jayadevan_c

thanks for the info, at the time they announced the project through newspaper, they mentioned its 16 floors,thats y,
And from the rendering it seems to be more than 10 floors (may be in height)

Reghu

July 26th, 2011, 03:55 PM

Malayaali

July 26th, 2011, 05:37 PM

Probably, this will be one of the tallest shopping malls in Kerala. Great going for North Kollam.

:nuts:

Aslesh

July 26th, 2011, 06:51 PM

Superlatives are prohibited in SSC. :lol:

linu

July 27th, 2011, 07:05 AM

Now the government is planning to shift the proposed IGNOU regional centre at Chavara in the district to another district.
Heard it will be shifted to Vithura. It is really unfortunate that the government is doing these activitites to a district which lacks good educational institution of national standard.:ohno:

But I read a news in some newspaper that govt handed over the land at chavara to education dept to start IGNOU regional centre

navjot

July 27th, 2011, 05:43 PM

The proposed Titanium Complex in Kollam district will consist of a Titanium Sponge Plant of 10,000 tonnes per annum capacity, Titanium Metal and downstream products,’’ KSIDC Managing Director Alkesh Kumar Sharma said.

source (http://ibnlive.in.com/news/ksidc-to-usher-a-slew-of-projects/170401-60-123.html)

Reghu

July 28th, 2011, 03:06 AM

Open air auditorium

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Reghu

July 28th, 2011, 04:12 AM

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Reghu

July 28th, 2011, 04:19 AM

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Reghu

July 28th, 2011, 07:59 AM

The Theeradesa Samrakshana Samithy has submitted a memorandum to Chief Minister Oommen Chandy highlighting the development needs of the coastal belt and shortcomings in the revised State budget.

Samithy president Fr. Ferdinand Kayavil and secretary Gilton Augustine said the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) government had made a budgetary allocation of Rs.18.76 crore for the development of the Kollam port.

The revised budget had slashed it to Rs.7 crore. The development of the port and the coastal road had to progress simultaneously. So, the work on the Port-Vaddy road should be completed at the earliest.

Land acquisition for the development of the port-Kochupilamoodu road should also be completed without delay, they said in the memorandum.

The LDF government had evolved a Kollam package and allocated Rs.120 crore for it. The package comprised various schemes for the development of the coastal areas. The present government had reportedly withdrawn the package, the representation said.

Dredging should be completed soon and an auction hall for traditional fishermen constructed. Locker rooms should be constructed for the safe storage of fishing gear. Restrictions should be imposed on the entry of fishing boats from other States. Land in the coastal area should not be earmarked for other projects. Steps should be taken to ensure hygiene at the Tangasseri harbour complex, the samithy office-bearers said.

They expressed hope that the demands would be considered positively.

Raindrops

July 28th, 2011, 01:33 PM

My First Post
KC Center Karunagappally
By bremenkollam (http://profile.imageshack.us/user/bremenkollam) at 2011-07-25

This is my first post too; I use to come here almost everyday to see the updates in Kollam; Got something to ask you so thought of registering myself today.

Do you have any updates on the Mozart Home Store recently opened in Karunagappally?

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karunagappally

July 28th, 2011, 07:19 PM

@ Raindrops (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/member.php?u=886962)

I will try to take a snap of Mozart Home Store tomorrow . . .:)

Reghu

July 29th, 2011, 03:59 AM

@ Raindrops (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/member.php?u=886962)

I will try to take a snap of Mozart Home Store tomorrow . . .:)

Buddy, thanks for your efforts of showcasing Karunagapally one of the fastest growing urban towns in Kerala. It would be great if you can post latest snaps and scenes of Amrithapuri premises as well as the tourist spots in and around the town.

There is great commercial growth in Karunagapally especially in the last 3 to 4 years. Also it is great that North Kollam is fast developing compared to South Kollam.

Reghu

July 29th, 2011, 04:11 AM

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Reghu

July 29th, 2011, 04:27 AM

There are rumours that the Big B Amitabh Bachan and family may visit the Kollam Royal Park Hotel within the first two weeks after the inaugration. This is not confirmed yet.

Probably, this may take palce during this years Ashtamudi Jalotsavam that is to take place on August 29th.

Bolly wood star Sharukh Khan along with Mohan lal will inaugrate the hotel on August 18th in presence of an august crowd comprising of state and central ministers.

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Pradgp

July 29th, 2011, 01:01 PM

IS this the one from Mr.Ravi Pillai ?

There are rumours that the Big B Amitabh Bachan and family may visit the Kollam Royal Park Hotel within the first two weeks after the inaugration. This is not confirmed yet.

Probably, this may take palce during this years Ashtamudi Jalotsavam that is to take place on August 29th.

Bolly wood star Sharukh Khan along with Mohan lal will inaugrate the hotel on August 18th in presence of an august crowd comprising of state and central ministers.

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/7469/kollamravizhotel.jpg

Pradgp

July 29th, 2011, 01:03 PM

Buddy, thanks for your efforts of showcasing Karunagapally one of the fastest growing urban towns in Kerala. It would be great if you can post latest snaps and scenes of Amrithapuri premises as well as the tourist spots in and around the town.

There is great commercial growth in Karunagapally especially in the last 3 to 4 years. Also it is great that North Kollam is fast developing compared to South Kollam.

Kpally still lacks de decent Textile shop. Hope established players like Kalyan/Alukkaas etc will open thier branches soon!

Reghu

July 29th, 2011, 01:26 PM

IS this the one from Mr.Ravi Pillai ?

Yes, this is the one from Mr. Ravi Pillai. Earlier it was called "The Raviz".

pineappleroad

July 29th, 2011, 06:22 PM

kollam (quilon)

pineappleroad

July 29th, 2011, 06:48 PM

1. A 7 storied apartment project in Palimukku
2. An apartment project by Artech in Polayathodu
3. Pulimootil silks
4. Karikkineth silks
5. Nandilath G Mart in Kadapakada
6. A shopping mall by Diocese of Kollam
7. Roshees Mall
8. SN Trust shopping complex near Bhima jewellery
9. Big Bazar at Polayathodu
10. A new showroom by Diya Motors in Kadappakada

Jai1288

July 29th, 2011, 10:21 PM

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ukkash

July 30th, 2011, 06:46 AM

any body knows where pulimoottil silks showroom coming in kollam

sreejith010

July 30th, 2011, 09:03 AM

Nandilath Gmart Kollam
The 20000 sq ft nandilath gmart showroom in kollam will inaugurate on august 5th.

Aji Kollam

July 30th, 2011, 11:26 AM

Kollam has always been a conservative city, be it about shopping, housing or for that matter,anything under the sun. Very reluctant to new things.

15 years back when i went to a watch shop on the main road, y there is no titan showroom while even smaller towns have it. he said, If I make this a showroom, half will not even enter my shop. That is the psychology of Kollamites then.

Slowly they are changing and for good.

U can expect bigger commercial ventures or flats in Kollam,but it will take more time. When they come, they will come in a flurry.

THE CHANGING PHASE HAS BEGUN FOR KOLLAM.

vinodtnt

July 30th, 2011, 11:53 AM

There is great commercial growth in Karunagapally especially in the last 3 to 4 years. Also it is great that North Kollam is fast developing compared to South Kollam.

I wonder how the comparison goes. KOTTARAKKARA in the biggest town in Kollam and is the only one in Kollam comparable with bigger towns like Thiruvalla, Moovattupuzha, Attingal etc in other parts of Kerala. Towns like Kottiyam, Parippally, Kundara etc of south of Kollam is also developed like Karunagappally and fast growing. One of the biggest theaters in Kerala and biggest in Kollam located at Puthur. Please avoid such loose statements as people from other parts also visit these places.

vinodtnt

July 30th, 2011, 11:56 AM

Nandilath Gmart Kollam
The 20000 sq ft nandilath gmart showroom in kollam will inaugurate on august 5th.

its coming @ Kadappakkada and all set to open...

Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 12:29 PM

I wonder how the comparison goes. KOTTARAKKARA in the biggest town in Kollam and is the only one in Kollam comparable with bigger towns like Thiruvalla, Moovattupuzha, Attingal etc in other parts of Kerala. Towns like Kottiyam, Parippally, Kundara etc of south of Kollam is also developed like Karunagappally and fast growing. One of the biggest theaters in Kerala and biggest in Kollam located at Puthur. Please avoid such loose statements as people from other parts also visit these places.

Vinod, your points are correct.

My point was Karunagapally is fast growing especially in the commercial and shopping sector in the last 3 to 4 years. You can see a flurry of projects. Even the first Multiplex in Kollam may be opened in Karunagaplly. Karunagapally KSRTC Bus station it is just 25 KMs away from Chinnakada by road.

The land price is Karunagapally is the highest in the district. The main reason is due to NRI investment and money. It will continue. Another advantage is the Amrithapuri Ashram which is an international pilgrim destination. Moreover, new industries/factories, though not very big, have started at Karunagapally during the LDF rule.

Proximity of Chavara industrial and Kayankulam NTPC industrial regions are other advantages that leads people to settle down in the town. Lot of good educational institutions especially from the Amritha University also a plus. Alumkadavu and other tourist destinations plus Ochira temple nearby makes it a tourist pilgrim destination as well.

Over and all, the future of the Karunagaplly is very bright. Hence I mentioned northern part of Kollam is developing fast. Infact, you may see much faster developments in the coming future. Anyway, it is great to know from you that all the towns in Kollam are developing fast.:)

Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 12:42 PM

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The public particiaption during the inaugration of the 5 star hotel is controlled by pass. Hence, a function will be oraganized at the gigantic Ashramam maidan on 19th evening so that the public can interact with Sharukh Khan.

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There are rumours that the Big B Amitabh Bachan and family may visit the Kollam Royal Park Hotel within the first two weeks after the inaugration. This is not confirmed yet.

Probably, this may take palce during this years Ashtamudi Jalotsavam that is to take place on August 29th.

Bolly wood star Sharukh Khan along with Mohan lal will inaugrate the hotel on August 18th in presence of an august crowd comprising of state and central ministers.

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Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 12:59 PM

Govt to do everything possible to make the port fully operational

There were no financial constraints for the port's development

Govt. would install a multi-purpose crane at the port at a cost of Rs.11 crore

The crane is expected to be installed in four months

Kollam Port to have a fork lift in four month's

Though already there is one tug at the port, a second tug would be purchased soon

Buoys at a cost of Rs.2 crore would be installed in the basin area of the harbour

Kochupilamoodu bridge and SP office flyover completion will connect Kollam Port to NH-47

Shipping agents proposals for making at least 50 ships with cement cargo call at the port each year

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More information on Kollam Port @ Kollam Cargo Port (Thankasseri Port) & Neendakara Port (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=82386694#post82386694)

Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 03:04 PM

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Courtesy - Raviz website
There are rumours that the Big B Amitabh Bachan and family may visit the Kollam Royal Park Hotel within the first two weeks after the inaugration. This is not confirmed yet.

Probably, this may take palce during this years Ashtamudi Jalotsavam that is to take place on August 29th.

Bolly wood star Sharukh Khan along with Mohan lal will inaugrate the hotel on August 18th in presence of an august crowd comprising of state and central ministers.

http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/7469/kollamravizhotel.jpg

sreejith010

July 30th, 2011, 04:59 PM

BISMI(Home Appliances) Group planning to open their new showroom in Kollam on December.

Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 10:04 PM

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Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 10:18 PM

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Reghu

July 30th, 2011, 10:30 PM

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karunagappally

July 31st, 2011, 10:18 AM

Mozart Home Store Karunagappally

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Mozart Home Store Karunagappally

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karunagappally

July 31st, 2011, 10:18 AM

@ Reghu

thanks, i will post the amritapuri pics soon. . .

Reghu

July 31st, 2011, 12:18 PM

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kksg1972

July 31st, 2011, 12:37 PM

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kksg1972

July 31st, 2011, 12:40 PM

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kksg1972

July 31st, 2011, 12:43 PM

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Reghu

July 31st, 2011, 05:57 PM

A comprehensive master plan for the overall development of fast developing urban town of Karunagapallywill be prepared soon with a 20 year futuristic vision, said the municipal chairman M Anzar.

The master plan will envisage how the Karunagapally municipal region should look after 20 years and the plan will cover all areas of urban development.

A meeting comprising the elected representatives and government officials will be convened in this regard within 2 weeks. The preliminary steps for the master plan development has already started and experts in the field of
urban planning such as Dr. Kasthoori Rangan has visited the town for the initial inspection and studies

More discussions and seminars in developmental topics will be held in the coming days with the active particiaption of experts in various sectors.

Source - Kerala Kaumudi (http://news.keralakaumudi.com/news.php?nid=6ada0fe3773fe041f216792b7de52457)

pineappleroad

July 31st, 2011, 06:03 PM

Linen, the fabric of the Season

Summer's that time of the year to head out to the beaches or the hills and have fun with your friends and loved ones. Not the time to worry about skin irritations or being smelly and sweaty. That's why Linen is the favorite choice of designers for their spring summer collections. Linen is highly absorbent and dries easily, keeping you cool, fresh and trendy throughout the summer.
Even Bling King JJ Valaya known for his fondness for all things shiny and sparkling has succumbed to the magic of Linen, which is simplicity, sophistication, beauty, luxury, exclusivity, versatility, creativity and practicality all rolled into one. Linen by Burgoyne presents a fresh collection of this exquisite fabric for everyone to enjoy this summer with a 15% discount across two outlets in Kochi: one at Gold Souk, Vytilla; the other at Nucleus Mall, Maradu. Watch out for three more outlets to be open before Onam at RP Mall, Calicut; K Mall, Kollam; and Thrissur. Each outlet will showcase a collection exclusive to itself. Step in to Burgoyne for great quality and exclusivity at an affordable price. Step out and enjoy the summer in style.

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ajithv

August 1st, 2011, 10:00 AM

Don't know this was posted here before.Hope you all got who is the owner of this Rolls Royce..:)

http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/9700/rollsroycen.jpg

Source : Facebook
Of course the owner is Ravi Pillai.... Rolls Royce Ghost
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Aslesh

August 1st, 2011, 10:19 AM

Read somewhere that this pranchiyettan is going to buy Kochi IPL team. Is it true?

Aji Kollam

August 1st, 2011, 10:53 AM

Read somewhere that this pranchiyettan is going to buy Kochi IPL team. Is it true?

That was a little bit too much.:)

Reghu

August 1st, 2011, 11:04 AM

Read somewhere that this pranchiyettan is going to buy Kochi IPL team. Is it true?

Not very sure about this information. Anyway, it is not a wise decision to buy an IPL team.

But there is information that Ravi Pillai is planning to invest 1000 crores for setting up two hotels in Kollam based on the success of Raviz.

Raindrops

August 1st, 2011, 01:25 PM

Mozart Home Store Karunagappally
Mozart Home Store Karunagappally

Thanks a lot Karunagappally :) Looks like it has got some good collections in it; by the way can you please tell me the exact location of this store in our town. Thanks in advance

geekay_r

August 1st, 2011, 03:13 PM

Not very sure about this information. Anyway, it is not a wise decision to buy an IPL team.

But there is information that Ravi Pillai is planning to invest 1000 crores for setting up two hotels in Kollam based on the success of Raviz.

Yes, in an interview he commented that, based on some "conditions", he put a proposal about buying some shares of Kochi IPL (along with Priyadarshan). He said, he can't reveal the conditions now as the discussion is still in progress.

navjot

August 1st, 2011, 03:45 PM

We are also looking for a JV partner to develop luxury villas with an aggregate capacity of 80 rooms on our 20 acre property at Lake Ashtamudi in Kerala,” said Nair. The resort is proposed to be christened The Leela Lake Ashtamudi. While the developer will invest in developing the resort as per plans to be agreed upon with Leela, the hotel major will give design inputs and will manage and market the ho

source (http://www.mydigitalfc.com/companies/agra-kerala-leela-radar-290)

Reghu

August 3rd, 2011, 04:17 AM

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ajithv

August 4th, 2011, 09:42 AM

Aslesh

August 4th, 2011, 10:53 AM

^^ What happened?

Aji Kollam

August 5th, 2011, 10:45 AM

The construction work of ESI Medical college in Parippally in full swing.

The following work is on.

1) Medical College
2) MCH
3) Men's Hostel
4) Women's Hostel
5) PG Hostel
6) Nursing College
7) Nursing Hostel
8) OP&IP
9) Laboratory

The work force consist 60 Engineers, 80 Overseers and 1200 laborers.
The work is so fast that it will be completed by 2012 for its first admission.

Source: Manorama newspaper

Reghu

August 5th, 2011, 12:46 PM

The construction work of ESI Medical college in Parippally in full swing.

The following work is on.

1) Medical College
2) MCH
3) Men's Hospital
4) Women's Hospital
5) PG Hostel
6) Nursing College
7) Nursing Hostel
8) OP&IP
9) Laboratory

The work force consist 60 Engineers, 80 Overseers and 1200 laborers.
The work is so fast that it will be completed by 2012 for its first admission.

Source: Manorama newspaper

That is great news. That means atlast Kollam is going to get a Govt. Medical College Hospital that too central government sponsored:).

Aslesh

August 5th, 2011, 01:22 PM

^^ You didn't know?

Reghu

August 5th, 2011, 08:05 PM

^^ You didn't know?

Though this ESI Govt. Medical College has been proposed long time back, the actual work was getting delayed for some reasons. And as the new governement in power, there was an element of doubt of shifting this one also to another place:lol:.

Reghu

August 5th, 2011, 08:19 PM

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Source : Kerala Kaumudi

Reghu

August 5th, 2011, 08:38 PM

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Reghu

August 5th, 2011, 08:45 PM

Kollam Bypass to become a reality soon - Kollam MP

The 200 crore worth work approval from NHAI for Kollam Bypass consists of 3 major bridges over the Ashtamudi Lake and one flyover at Kallumthazham junction as well as an underpass at Kadavoor.

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navjot

August 6th, 2011, 06:20 AM

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maheshponneth

August 8th, 2011, 06:56 AM

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Source : Kerala Kaumudi

One of the worst shopping experience in my life time is with this...:bash:
So my personal advice is don't go there for shopping.
you are correct. there are complaints against Nandilath. They store the less quality products also.
Normally when we enter into this shop, we feel that it has a lot of collection of home appliances. But when we check the quality, it will be less.

Reghu

August 8th, 2011, 02:11 PM

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Reghu

August 8th, 2011, 02:35 PM

Raviz Hotel @ P4Panorama (http://www.p4panorama.com/panos/raviz/index.html)

Thank you for the link, Sai. The panoramic view has captured the archiectural and scenic beauty of the 5 star hotel and the surrounding lake:cheers:.

Just cannot believe that this incredible 5 star palace is in our city... Just waiting for August 19th for the grant opening:cheers:.

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The function will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Oommen Chandy. Chairman and managing director of the hotel Padmasree Dr. B. Ravi Pillai said actor Mohanlal will release the logo of the hotel ‘The Raviz’.

Union Minister for Tourism Subodh Kant Sahay would dedicate the hotel property and Union Minister for Overseas Bollywood super star Shahrukh Khan will formally launch ‘The Raviz’, a five-star hotel and resort with seven star facilities on August 19 at Mathilil, Kollam.

Indian Affairs Vayalar Ravi would deliver the keynote address. Other top celebrities like Mamta Mohandas are expected to attended the inauguration function in Kollam on August 19.

Reghu

August 8th, 2011, 02:49 PM

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Reghu

August 8th, 2011, 03:09 PM

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Reghu

August 8th, 2011, 03:20 PM

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jayadevan_c

August 9th, 2011, 04:28 AM

^^

Fantastic.:cheers:

Raindrops

August 9th, 2011, 10:27 AM

As usual Reghu, Good work; View towards Ashtamudi lake from the hotel room is just beautiful; one can spend hours watching it; if its raining then it will add colors to the beauty & they have incorporated some good wooden work in the project. :cheers:

sreejith010

August 9th, 2011, 11:35 AM

Superb snaps... Marvellous... We have a world class hotel now... It's just the begining... Eagerly waiting for more hotel projects from major players..

Reghu

August 9th, 2011, 11:37 AM

Superb snaps... Marvellous... We have a world class hotel now... It's just the begining... Eagerly waiting for more hotel projects from major players..

The interiors of the hotel is gorgeous:cheers:. Just take a look of the hotel interiors from the below link which gives the panoramic view of the hotel interior and external surroundings:

RAVIZ Panoramic View (http://www.p4panorama.com/panos/raviz/index.html)

Link Courtesy - SA Krishna

Reghu

August 10th, 2011, 01:22 PM

The maiden President's Trophy Boat Race will be held on the Ashtamudi lake here on August 30. District Collector and boat race organising committee chairman P.G. Thomas said the trophy had been instituted in the name of the President of India. President Pratibha Patil will be present to witness the race.

District Collector and boat race organising committee chairman P.G. Thomas said Ms. Patil would arrive in the afternoon and view the finals of the snake-boat race.

She would also give away the trophy and cash prize to the winning team.

The gold-plated trophy was being made at a cost of Rs.10 lakh. The conduct of the event is expected to cost Rs. 2 crore.

There would be races in five categories, namely, snake-boats, two grades of veppu boats, and two grades of ‘iruttukuthi' boats.

Sixteen snake-boats would compete in four heats. The racecourse will be the 1.2-km stretch of the lake from the Thevally palace to Boat Jetty.

There will be four tracks, each 10 metre wide. The track survey had been completed, Mr. Thomas said.

The racecourse would be cleaned and dredged by August 20. Over a lakh people are expected to witness the race. The logo for the boat race had been released.

maheshponneth

August 10th, 2011, 02:36 PM

The interiors of the hotel is gorgeous:cheers:. Just take a look of the hotel interiors from the below link which gives the panoramic view of the hotel interior and external surroundings:

RAVIZ Panoramic View (http://www.p4panorama.com/panos/raviz/index.html)

Link Courtesy - SA Krishna
Great work Reghu. Stunning pictures .Really good.:)

RajeshVR

August 10th, 2011, 04:36 PM

^^
GREAT, REALLY COOOOOL .....

robin_a_p

August 11th, 2011, 08:42 AM

Source - ET (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/services/hotels-/-restaurants/leela-group-to-sell-leela-resorts-kovalam-for-500-crore-to-nri-ravi-pillai/articleshow/9559921.cms)

Leela has entered into management contracts with Pillai to run his hotels Raviez in Ashtamudi in Kollam district and Kadavu in Kozhikode district. Kadavu is a four-star hotel while Ashtamudi, which is nearing completion, is yet to be assigned a star rating.

sreejith010

August 11th, 2011, 09:02 AM

Pradgp

August 11th, 2011, 02:42 PM

Pradgp

August 11th, 2011, 02:43 PM

Pradgp

August 11th, 2011, 02:45 PM

So what will happen to Leela's proposed five star project in Ashtamudi?

not sure it is going to happen. they are selling off their Kovalam resort to Ravi P.

robin_a_p

August 11th, 2011, 03:28 PM

So what will happen to Leela's proposed five star project in Ashtamudi?

RAVIZ is going to be a LEELA Hotel as it will be managed by LEELA. I think LEELA's proposal was for this hotel itself and not for a separate one. Even the Kovalam hotel will continue to be LEELA Kovalam for next 30 years as per the agreement between RP and Leela.

Reghu

August 11th, 2011, 04:39 PM

RAVIZ is going to be a LEELA Hotel as it will be managed by LEELA. I think LEELA's proposal was for this hotel itself and not for a separate one. Even the Kovalam hotel will continue to be LEELA Kovalam for next 30 years as per the agreement between RP and Leela.

But the proposed Leela Lake Ashtamudi is not in Kollam city. It was proposed somwhere between Ashtamudi and Mundro Islands and is planned as hotel resort comprising 80 Villa's.

Not sure there plan was to rename Raviz to Leela Lake Ashtamudi:nuts:. There idea was to have a hotel in an inland backwater surroundings which is calm and serene.

Reghu

August 12th, 2011, 09:45 AM

Rs.350-crore project under Central scheme

Mayor Prasanna Earnest has said that the Kollam Corporation aims at a slum-free city at the earliest through the implementation of the Rajiv Awas Yojana (RAY).

Kollam has become the first city in the State to complete the basic formalities to implement the Central scheme. According to Ms. Earnest, the dilapidated municipal colony near the SMP Palace and the Kappalandimukku colony were earmarked for RAY. While 270 families live in the former colony, 70 live in the latter. Though the SMP Palace colony comprises apartments, the families there live in slum-like conditions.

The Mayor said another colony was also being considered by the corporation for RAY. But since the colony is on a Central government land, the Corporation has to purchase the land first.

She said that while the survey mapping of the two colonies had been completed, the socio-economic survey being conducted by the Centre of Science and Technology for Rural Development (Costford) would be completed by August 15, following which a project would be prepared and submitted to the Centre for approval.

The RAY for Kollam city is a Rs.350-crore project. While the city corporation will contribute 20 per cent of the plan, the State government and the Centre will contribute 30 per cent and 50 per cent respectively.

Ms. Earnest said RAY would be implemented in the city in association with the EMS Housing Scheme. Facilities for the colonies to be covered by RAY would include toilets, electricity, drinking water, and anganwadis. The Kudumbasree was the nodal agency for implementing the scheme. The Corporation had completed the basic formalities by ensuring people's participation, she added.

Rs3.5bn slum-free plan for Kerala city From Gulf Times

Kollam became the first city corporation in the Kerala to complete the preliminary works like surveying and mapping of slums in the run-up to the rollout of Rs3.5bn development works under the Rajiv Awas Yojana (RAY) scheme.

Based on the socio-economic survey - which will be completed fully by August 15 - the corporation will prepare a concrete slum-free plan of action to submit to the Centre for early approval and implementation. The plan envisages making the corporation slum-free in a phased manner.

The action plan, being prepared in accordance with the guidelines of the scheme, will include construction and renovation of houses with minimum area of 25 sq metres, civic amenities like toilets, electricity and drinking water, community centres, commercial establishments, night shelters, and houses for renting, with an expected total outlay of Rs 3.5bn.

Five city corporations in the state have been selected for the ambitious scheme that seeks to achieve slum-free urban development with the help of the state governments.

The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation had asked the corporations last month to prepare the preliminary works and submit the action plans on a priority basis. Kudumbashree is the nodal agency for implementing the scheme in the state.

While completing the preliminary works, the Kollam corporation has ensured participation of the people in all stages.

City councillors and resources persons from the selected slums were given orientation while skilled slum-dwellers were involved in conducting the preliminary survey, covering all homes.

Meetings were held to make the slum-dwellers aware of the entire project and involvement.

Based on the findings of the survey, a comprehensive action plan will be prepared by the expert panel. The works will then be launched as soon as the project gets approval and a pilot project would be executed in the meantime.

“The concerted efforts by the officials, elected representatives and the people made it possible to finish the preliminary steps in time. Stress was given to ensure the people’s participation right through surveying, planning and implemnting the action plans,” said Kudumbashree executive director Sarada Muraleedharan, while lauding the city corporation.

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Aji Kollam

August 13th, 2011, 08:11 AM

BASICS life shop to open at Kollam shortly

Reghu

August 13th, 2011, 02:07 PM

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Reghu

August 13th, 2011, 02:25 PM

Read (from Facebook) that the owner of Nila Palace and Kailas mall planning to set up a 5 star hotel with a convention center near Koickal where previously the Brookside hospital was planned.

Can anybody confirm about this news?

Reghu

August 14th, 2011, 09:01 AM

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Reghu

August 15th, 2011, 08:21 AM

CPI(M)leader and former Minister P.K. Gurudasan has welcomed the Centre's move to set up a Cashew Board.

Talking to The Hindu here on Sunday, he said such a board was a long-standing demand of the State.

The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry had recently asked the Planning Commission to prepare the roadmap for setting up a Cashew Board for the growth of the industry.

The directive came after the Planning Commission noted in its meeting on June 14 that the formation of a Cashew Board would pave way for the growth of the cashew sector, Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jyotiraditya Scindia had informed Parliament recently.

The board should be based in Kollam, the hub of the cashew-processing industry. Kollam district had 700 cashew-processing factories which employed around three lakh persons, most of them women, Mr. Gurudasan said.

No other traditional sector had so many employees concentrated in a single district. In fact, 75 per cent of the cashew industry was based in Kerala. The industry had been earning foreign exchange worth Rs.3,000 crore annually through the export of cashew kernels. Domestic sales also accounted for an equal figure, he said.

The moves to base the proposed board outside the State on the basis of raw nut production cannot be justified. Kollam had a century-old association with the cashew-processing industry, he said. It was on account of the importance of the cashew industry that Kollam was accorded the status of ‘town of export excellence for cashew' by the Union government. The State government owned two large cashew-processing institutions which functioned as model employers in the sector, he said.

On the raw nut production front, the State government had constituted the Kerala State Agency for Cashew Cultivation. The Centre had provided an assistance of Rs.58 crore, he said.

Source - The Hindu (http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-kerala/article2358262.ece)

karunagappally

August 16th, 2011, 08:38 PM

Mozart Global Furniture Karunagappally, new snap

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karunagappally

August 16th, 2011, 08:40 PM

New Hospital Building under construction in Karunagappally by Valiyath Group

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sreejith010

August 17th, 2011, 04:47 AM

Great updates karunagapally....

Reghu

August 17th, 2011, 08:18 AM

500 crore worth tourism projects are mooted for Kollam district and will be submitted to the central government for approval, said labour minister Shibu Baby John. He was attending the function to feliciate the Jesus Boat club from the district who won the Nehru Trophy boat race.

Shibu said the Presidents Trophy boat race starting from this year will give a fillip to the overall development of Kollam district through tourism.

He said the central government has already requested for a comprehensive development plan report for the district's tourism in connection with the President's Trophy boat race.

Logo of President's Trophy Boat Race unveiled

Boat Race to showcase Kollam's tourism potential at the global level

Over 300 TV channels including foreign channels to cover the boat race

Ashtamudi lake in the city to be cleaned before the race

Boat race the first step to tap the immense development potential of the district - Shibu baby John

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Reghu

August 17th, 2011, 08:22 AM

MP Kodikunnil Suresh has said that a Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) has been sanction in Kottarakkara. The construction of the school will be
started after the required land of 3 hectres is received. The new Kendriya Vidyalaya is the second KV in Kollam district the other one is at Mulankadakom in Kollam city.

Kottarakkara also has a central government sponsored Navodaya Vidyalaya.

MP has also said that a Town Hall will be constructed with the MP fund if the required land is given for the purpose.

Reghu

August 17th, 2011, 09:28 AM

Metropolis plans greenfield lab in Hyd

Diagnostic chain Metropolis Healthcare is planning to open a greenfield laboratory in Hyderabad with an investment of Rs 75 lakh.

The lab, spread across 1,800 sft area, will conduct over 100 diversified tests, including hormones, vitamins and tumour markers. The company has already started collecting samples, a press release said.

Hence, now instead of sending the samples to centre’s like Mumbai or Chennai, they will be processed in the referral labs itself, thus reducing the turnaround time.

The chain is also coming up with 15 greenfield laboratories in Tier II and Tier III cities across India, with a total investment of Rs 15 crore by the end of this fiscal year.

“We have already selected 10 locations for south and west India, and five for the north. We expect higher growth with our entry into Tier II and III cities,” said Ameera Shah, managing director and CEO of Metropolis Healthcare. The labs will be set up at Gorakhpur, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Lucknow, Allahabad, Udaipur, Agra, Bhopal, Ranchi, Belgaum, Puducherry, Kollam and Kottayam.

Reghu

August 17th, 2011, 10:31 AM

The renovated showroom of Amarjyothi Silks at Kadappakada in the city will be inaugurated by actor Suresh Gopi at 9.30 a.m. on Friday.

The wedding sari wing of the showroom will be inaugurated by Mayor Prasanna Earnest and the Kollam MP, N. Peethambara Kurup, will open the general section.

The first sale will be inaugurated by actor Manoj K. Jayan. Actors Bala and Meera Nandan will attend the inaugural function.

Reghu

August 17th, 2011, 10:42 AM

Kollam aims high with ‘fest'

‘Kollam Fest,' an event aimed at attracting investment in tourism and industries in the district, will be held at Asramam Maidan here from November 1 to 30, Mayor Prasanna Earnest has said. The event, organised by the Kollam City Corporation, would have the support of the Central and State governments, she said.

‘Kollam Fest' would be an annual affair with arts and cultural events and exhibitions. The district hoped to figure more prominently on India's tourism map with this event, according to G. Lalu, deputy mayor. The façade to be put up at the venue would reflect Kollam's past and would be created by artists from the district.

400 pavilions

The event would have 400 AC and non AC stalls and pavilions. Many public sector undertakings and departments of the Central and State governments would put up stalls. As a prelude to the event, the Corporation would distribute thousands of saplings and vegetable seeds.

The show would also have seminars on environment, industry, education, health, media, women empowerment, and information technology, the Mayor said. An elaborate organising committee with Chief Minister Oommen Chandy and Leader of the Opposition V.S. Achuthanandan as patrons had been constituted for the purpose. The organising committee would have 22 sub-committees.

Awards would be constituted in memory of prominent personalities from the district in the fields of arts and culture.

They include G. Devarajan, Jayapala Panikkar, Raveendran, Thirunelllur Karunakaran, V. Sambasivan, O. Madhavan, Kottarakara Sreedharan Nair, Cine Narayanan, Jayan, Murali and Olympian Suresh Babu.

Reghu

August 18th, 2011, 08:13 AM

Kollam Fest: Ship journey from Kollam Port, Horse Riding, Boating, Seminars on IT and lot of Fun in the agenda

Kollam aims high with ‘fest'

‘Kollam Fest,' an event aimed at attracting investment in tourism and industries in the district, will be held at Asramam Maidan here from November 1 to 30, Mayor Prasanna Earnest has said. The event, organised by the Kollam City Corporation, would have the support of the Central and State governments, she said.

‘Kollam Fest' would be an annual affair with arts and cultural events and exhibitions. The district hoped to figure more prominently on India's tourism map with this event, according to G. Lalu, deputy mayor. The façade to be put up at the venue would reflect Kollam's past and would be created by artists from the district.

400 pavilions

The event would have 400 AC and non AC stalls and pavilions. Many public sector undertakings and departments of the Central and State governments would put up stalls. As a prelude to the event, the Corporation would distribute thousands of saplings and vegetable seeds.

The show would also have seminars on environment, industry, education, health, media, women empowerment, and information technology, the Mayor said. An elaborate organising committee with Chief Minister Oommen Chandy and Leader of the Opposition V.S. Achuthanandan as patrons had been constituted for the purpose. The organising committee would have 22 sub-committees.

Awards would be constituted in memory of prominent personalities from the district in the fields of arts and culture.

They include G. Devarajan, Jayapala Panikkar, Raveendran, Thirunelllur Karunakaran, V. Sambasivan, O. Madhavan, Kottarakara Sreedharan Nair, Cine Narayanan, Jayan, Murali and Olympian Suresh Babu.

sreejith010

August 18th, 2011, 09:02 AM

Today i saw the advertisement of "The Raviz" on tv. Really nice work especially the snake boats...

Reghu

August 18th, 2011, 11:50 AM

Today i saw the advertisement of "The Raviz" on tv. Really nice work especially the snake boats...

The RAVIZ advertisement film is directed by Priyadarshan. Priyadarshan is also attending tomorrow's grant inaugration ceremony along with Sharukh Khan and Mohan Lal.

maheshponneth

August 19th, 2011, 08:27 AM

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navjot

August 19th, 2011, 07:48 PM

Big day for Kollam... With celebs storming to our dear city..

Ads came in newspapers here in Coimbatore as well...

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August 19th, 2011, 09:23 PM

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August 19th, 2011, 09:24 PM

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August 19th, 2011, 09:27 PM

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August 20th, 2011, 02:43 PM

Reghu

August 21st, 2011, 06:31 AM

"The great mohanlalji...so much humilty abd grace. Showed me around kollam like an excited child..."

"Peopel waving to me from a picturesque bridge...truly God's own country...Kerala."

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"Visited Kollam Raviz resort in kerala...was so touched by the lov of all the ppl. Awesome resort"

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Absolutely, Sharukh was so enthralled by the response and hospitality of the people of Kollam. Ashramam maidan has seen an unprecedented crowd and it was one of the historic day in Kollam's tourism history.

Sharukh has said that he will come back with his family to visit the backwaters of Kerala.

Kollam MP Peethambara Kuruppu who was dormant all these days has surprised everybody through his speech, though funny, especially talking in front of the audience about his vision of Kollam' development through tourism.

He was directly asking fund from cental tourism minister and the state finance minister.

He even asked the ministers and dignitaries from abroad to directly invest in Kollam and Kerala.

He even surpirsed everyone with this English and Hindi.

Reghu

August 21st, 2011, 06:50 AM

RAVIZ a step forward to make Kollam a tourism hot spot of the globe - Shahrukh Khan

Pleasure to do a film in Kollam. Will definitely come here with my family - Shahrukh Khan

World deserves to see such a wonderful place. The hotel will showcase the attractions of Kollam - Shahrukh Khan

Union Ministry would allocate Rs. 25 lakh for the President's Trophy boat race - Union Tourism Minister Subodh Kant Sahay

President Pratibha Patil's visit to Kollam on August 30 for boat race to give a boost to promoting Kollam as a tourist destination - Subodh Kant Sahay

Source - The Hindu (http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-kerala/article2375110.ece)

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The presence of the two superstars -- enjoying a leisurely boat ride @ Ashtamudi Lake -- attracted a huge crowd and the place was soon packed with their fans.

Picture courtesy - Sreerag Sudhakaran

pineappleroad

August 22nd, 2011, 05:23 PM

:banana:A NEW TEXTILE SHOWROOM IN KOLLAM MAIN ROAD
AL MANAMA WEDDING CENTRE IN MAIN ROAD
AREA 30000- 40000 SQ FT

sreejith010

August 22nd, 2011, 06:59 PM

:banana:A NEW TEXTILE SHOWROOM IN KOLLAM MAIN ROAD
AL MANAMA WEDDING CENTRE IN MAIN ROAD
AREA 30000- 40000 SQ FT

Is that the building under construction in main road where rathnamahal stand before???

Reghu

August 23rd, 2011, 08:47 AM

The city corporation of Kollam in Kerala has begun the preliminary works of Rajiv Awas Yojana (RAY), seeking slum-free urban development around the country.

The city civic body has begun the socio-economic survey to prepare a slum-free plan of action to be submitted to the Centre for approval, RAY release said here today.

The action plan, which follows the central guidelines, would include construction and renovation of houses with minimum area of 25 sq mts, civic amenities like toilets, electricity and drinking water, community centres like anganwadis, commercial establishments, night shelters, and houses for renting, totalling Rs 350 crore.

Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur and Kozhikoe have been selected for the scheme in Kerala. The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation had asked the cities to draw up report on the preliminary works and action plans. Women selfhelp chain "Kudumbashree" is the nodal agency for the scheme in Kerala.

Rs.350-crore project under Central scheme

Mayor Prasanna Earnest has said that the Kollam Corporation aims at a slum-free city at the earliest through the implementation of the Rajiv Awas Yojana (RAY).

Kollam has become the first city in the State to complete the basic formalities to implement the Central scheme. According to Ms. Earnest, the dilapidated municipal colony near the SMP Palace and the Kappalandimukku colony were earmarked for RAY. While 270 families live in the former colony, 70 live in the latter. Though the SMP Palace colony comprises apartments, the families there live in slum-like conditions.

The Mayor said another colony was also being considered by the corporation for RAY. But since the colony is on a Central government land, the Corporation has to purchase the land first.

She said that while the survey mapping of the two colonies had been completed, the socio-economic survey being conducted by the Centre of Science and Technology for Rural Development (Costford) would be completed by August 15, following which a project would be prepared and submitted to the Centre for approval.

The RAY for Kollam city is a Rs.350-crore project. While the city corporation will contribute 20 per cent of the plan, the State government and the Centre will contribute 30 per cent and 50 per cent respectively.

Ms. Earnest said RAY would be implemented in the city in association with the EMS Housing Scheme. Facilities for the colonies to be covered by RAY would include toilets, electricity, drinking water, and anganwadis. The Kudumbasree was the nodal agency for implementing the scheme. The Corporation had completed the basic formalities by ensuring people's participation, she added.

Reghu

August 24th, 2011, 12:09 PM

New Delhi: The Kollam city mayor Prasanna Earnest said in New Delhi that she will submit projects worth 600 crores for the development of Kollam City to the President of India

The Kollam mayor will meet the Indian President today and will invite Prathibha Patil for the inaugration of Kollam Fest in Novemeber. She said the corporation is aiming a comprehensive development plan for Kollam in Tourism sector.

The motto and tagline of Kollam Fest is "Kerala comes to Kollam, Kollam to Global Stage". The Kollam Fest is going to be an annual fair and will showcase Kollam's tourism and other potential internationally.

The Kollam Fest is expected to generate an income of 9 crores while the expense for the fest will be 7 crores. The profit from this mega event will be used for constructing a historical museum as well as for preserving and protecting the historical monuments and remnants in Kollam. The mayor has already discussed with CV Ananda Bose, the National Museum First Administrator for setting up the historical museum in Kolam city.

Kollam Mayor will meet central ministers A K Antony, Sharad Pawar, Wayalar Ravi, Mullapally Ramachandran, and K C Venugopal in connection with the Kollam Fest.

Kollam Fest will be conducted in the month of December annualy from next year onwards. This year it will be conducted from November 1 to Novemeber 30th.

The projects in mayor's list are:

Building of new Flyovers & Network Roads - 120 crores

Road renovation with Footpaths, Drainage, and Street lights - 100 crores

Kollam Corporation Irrigation project - 250 crores

Distributed Garbage treatment plants - 80 crores

Thirumullavaram Beach & Kollam Beach Renovation - 50 crores

maheshponneth

August 24th, 2011, 01:48 PM

Reghu

August 24th, 2011, 03:47 PM

Reghu, please post the source link.

Mahesh, this news came in yesterdays Mathrubhoomi Kollam Internet edition and I just translated it. The Kollam city mayor is in New Delhi now for inviting Prathibha Patil for Kollam Fest in November.

The screenshot of the news that came in Mathrubhoomi is given below:

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Reghu

August 26th, 2011, 11:10 AM

As a prelude to the President's Trophy Boat Race, a banana boat ride will be held at the race course on August 28 and 29. These are inflatable boats in the shape of a banana hauled by a motor boat. Adventure riders sit on top of the inflatable boats and sail through the waters experiencing a speed boat effect.

The programme is being organised jointly by Goa-based National Institute of Water Sports and Delhi-based Annals Sports and Leisure Management (ASLM) India Limited. ASLM director Abdulla Maliekkal said the programme was being organised both as a promotion exercise for the boat race and to attract younger generation to water sports.

Source - The Hindu (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newreply.php?do=postreply&t=282708)

yogeshgk

August 28th, 2011, 12:03 PM

National Museum, New Delhi, Curator Vijay Kumar Mathur, on Saturday, assessed the preliminary work on the People's Museum being set up in the city.

The museum is among the projects proposed to be implemented using proceeds of the Kollam Fest which will begin here on November 1.

Mayor Prasanna Earnest had called on National Museum Director-General C.V. Ananda Bose in New Delhi recently and discussed the project.

Mr. Bose, who had served as District Collector in Kollam years ago, had reportedly evinced keen interest, provided the civic body found land and buildings for it.

Ms. Earnest said a colonial building near the SMP Palace had been earmarked and the same was inspected by Dr. Mathur.

yogeshgk

August 28th, 2011, 12:10 PM

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CLEARING THE WAY: Rehearsal exercise by a helicopter at the Asramam helipad in Kollam on Saturday as part of security preparations for the arrival of President Pratibha Devisingh Patil on Monday evening. The President will be in Kollam for three days (President Trophy Boat race) and will be using the helipad on four occasions

Reghu

August 29th, 2011, 04:48 PM

To make Kollam an international tourism destination, MLA PK Gurudasan and team has prepared a 2000 crore Ashtamudi Lake Tourism Package for the infrastructural development.

PK Gurudasan has already drafted a mail in this regard to the Prime Misnister and President of India citing that Kollam can be made an international tourism destination by the comprehensive development of Kollam coast. Each project in the package is in the tune of 25 to 200 crores. The idea is to connect the beautiful Ashtamudi Lake and other lakes to the Kollam Coast and Beach and there by providing development of Kollam Port as well.

He said if the project is approved, then Ashtamudi will figure in the global tourism map. He has given a copy of this package to Kerala CM, Central and state tourism ministers also.

Source - Mathrubhoomi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1136803-local_news-Kollam-കൊല്ലം.html)

maheshponneth

August 30th, 2011, 05:55 AM

^^I think P K Gurudasan is hard working for his constituency. Great work.

Pradgp

August 30th, 2011, 07:02 AM

To make Kollam an international tourism destination, MLA PK Gurudasan and team has prepared a 2000 crore Ashtamudi Lake Tourism Package for the infrastructural development.

PK Gurudasan has already drafted a mail in this regard to the Prime Misnister and President of India citing that Kollam can be made an internation tourism destination by the comprehensive development of Kollam cost. Each project in the package is in the tune of 25 to 200 crores. The idea is to connect the beautiful Ashtamudi Lake and other lakes to the Kollam Coast and Beach and there by providing development of Kollam Port as well.

He said if the project is approved, then Ashtamudi will figure in the global tourism map. He has given a copy of this package to Kerala CM, Central and state tourism ministers also.

Source - Mathrubhoomi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1136803-local_news-Kollam-കൊല്ലം.html)

hope, Christy L Fernandez (Secretary to the President of India) who hails from Karunagapally can influence the central/state govts t get it done!

Reghu

August 30th, 2011, 08:18 AM

hope, Christy L Fernandez (Secretary to the President of India) who hails from Karunagapally can influence the central/state govts t get it done!

Yes, Pradgp. Christy Fernandez initiatives and deeds are giving good hopes for Kollam. He is showing genuine interest in the development of Kollam. It is his efforts that helped to bring President of India for the boat race in Kollam.

As per Christy's comments yesterday, president Prathibha Patil is really impressed by the beauty of Ashtamudi Lake and hotel Raviz. The president is accompanied by her husband and a team of cooks. She will get good flavour of Kollam in the 3 days she is in Kollam.

The 5 star hotels Raviz and Beach Orchid are a big boost for Kollam's tourism.

The proposed Leela Lake Ashtamudi and the planned 5 star hotel (not confirmed) at Koickal in the city by the owner of Nila Palace will also give enough fillip to Kollam tourism.

The renovated and scenic Kollam Beach along with the spruced up Ashramam Tourist Village gives the city a new look and the the recent developments have evoked great interest in the local tourism sector as well.

The most important project needed for the beach tourism sector in Kollam district is the Thirumaullavaram Beach resort project. Government can give necessary coastal zone exemptions so that private projects come up there. Fernvalley group had a plan to start a 5 start resort at Thirumullavaram earlier. But it is not heard about now.

We need tourist infrastructural developments at Mundroe Islands, Sambraniodu, Vellimon, Paravur, Thenmala, Shasthancottah, Jadayu Park, Kuttalam, Chavara Thekkumbhakom...etc...etc. The scenic locations and potential tourism spots of our district are numerous.

The time has reached to captalize this huge potential and as PKG mentioned in his tourism package, the envisaged 2000 crore tourism package for Kollam may be first big step towards an ambitious dream. Lets hope the central and state goverenments will approve this most coveted and ambitious project.

Reghu

August 30th, 2011, 08:27 AM

^^I think P K Gurudasan is hard working for his constituency. Great work.

PKG is one of the best MLAs Kollam has ever seen. His last 5 years tenure as Kollam MLA has made a big impact in the changing face of Kollam City.

His contribution to tourism, port, and road infrastructure is tremendous. If anybody feels there is any change to Kollam's face compared to what Kollam was in 2006, it is mainly due to this visionary leader. But there is a lot to do and Kollam is far behind compared many peer cities.

He has already come up with many great projects including Link Canal Project, Ashtamudi Tourism Package connecting Kollam Ports development, new road projects across Ashtamudi Lake from Uliyakkovil to Thannikkamukku as well as Link Road extension through Ashtamudi Lake coast to Thoppilkadavu. It is left to the state and central government to approve it and materialize it.

vinodtnt

August 30th, 2011, 12:29 PM

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fragrant nature is an exclusive 4 star Resort offering the ultimate in relaxation and seclusion from the hustle and bustle of city life. fragrant nature resort is in an idyllic location and is suitably placed to sample both the backwaters and the beaches of Kerala, being situated between the key backwater location of Kollam/Quilon (20KM) and the popular sandy beach location of Varkala (15 KM).

The resort is 5 KM from the main highway, it is 60 KM north of Trivandrum, the state capital and 65 KM from Trivandrum international airport (approx 1 ¼ hour by road).

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Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 05:26 AM

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geekay_r

August 31st, 2011, 06:44 AM

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Nicely clicked.. gr8 fotos and a pleasant resort.

geekay_r

August 31st, 2011, 07:10 AM

President Pratibha Patil launched the maiden President’s Trophy Boat Race on the Ashtamudi Lake in Kollam on August 30, 2011.

Sixteen snake boats competed in the race to win the coveted trophy, which was donated by the President. The snake boat “Sree Ganesh” of Saint Francis Boat Club, Kollam lifted the trophy.

More details can be found at http://kollamcity.in/presidents-trophy-boat-race-winner

Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 11:33 AM

Thank you for PTBR snaps, Geekay. I am posting the pictures below for better visibility:

“Sree Ganesh” lifted the first President’s trophy for boat race
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Mass Drill near the Kollam City Boat Terminal Premises
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President Pratibha Patil launched the maiden President’s Trophy Boat Race on the Ashtamudi Lake in Kollam on August 30, 2011.

Sixteen snake boats competed in the race to win the coveted trophy, which was donated by the President. The snake boat “Sree Ganesh” of Saint Francis Boat Club, Kollam lifted the trophy.

More details can be found at http://kollamcity.in/presidents-trophy-boat-race-winner

Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 11:45 AM

A world class mobile showroom opens today at K MALL Kollam. The MEGA MOBILE ZONE is for Blackberry, Sony Ericsson, Samsung, Nokia, Apple, HTC, LG, DELL, and Micromax mobiles.

Now Kollam can really boast on an international level mobile showroom:banana:.

News courtesy - Dil Mohan Mohanachandran (facebook)

Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 12:11 PM

Kollam Fest - The festival of all Festivals

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Kollam Fest 2011 which is scheduled to commence on 1st November is to use an annual festival of the kind, attracting a vast majority of Keralites and hundreds of domestic and foreign tourists to Kollam. The Kollam Corporation, the District Adminstration and the public of Kollam are going to make the one month long Kollam Fest a trend setting one.

The main venue of Kollam Fest is the historic and gigantic Ashramam Maidan.

Kollam Fest is destined to be the signature event in Kollam for year 2011 as well as the years to come. Kollam Fest aims to showcase our rich Culture & Heritage, Tourism potential, Investments for the new ventures, et al through the month long gala event.

Aims and Objectives

Aims to set up a museum for heritage, art and cultural. Raise a beneficial fund to help cancer patients. To create an aid project for the rehabilitation of helpless old age women. Invite investment in tourism and trade sector. Convey Eco-friendly message to lives

Organizers

Under the tutelage of The Honourable chief Minister of Kerala and the Honourable Leader of Opposition and Honourable Ministers of Kerala Under the leadership of worshipful mayor of Kollam Corporation and the respected council members are the organizers of the event.

The Concept

The event property has been conceived by the best in the business be it veteran Show Biz/ Theatre personalities, Cultural event organizers or the Government officials who have a proven track record in organizing path breaking events in the state as well as in the country.

Programs

Kollam Fest is destined to be the signature event in Kollam for year 2011 as well as the years to come.

National Exhibition

National Exhibition will have participation from different industry domains, Defence aero Space ministries and Tourism departments. International cultural programs and dazzling shows like live statue will be the highlight.

Cultural Programs

A platform for the countries foremost artists coming together to showcase their talents.

Big ticket Star Nites

A star studded event with participation from Bollywood, Sandalwood, Tollywood, Collywood & Mollywood.

Traditional-Ethnic Arts Festival

Organize arts festival with a estranged national art forms by having folk lore fest, presenting ethnic other art forms, et al.

Seminars

Hosted and participated by News makers in the country and across the globe.

Entertainment and amusement

National / International programs, high voltage amusement kiosk for the kids and for the youth.

Magic Fest

The best of India’s screen magicians together with the magicians of international reputes will present their master pieces.

Film Fest

World famous movies will be premiered along with Molly-wood’s best. A green carpet ceremony for the Who is who of the film industry is the highlight. The event will associate by Kerala State Chalachitra ( Film ) academy.

Drama Fest

The fest aims to constitute an award in the name of the late Renowned actor O.Madhavan for the best professional theatre group in Kerala.

Book Fest

Festival of Festivals words smith masters of all lines. Book releases, book reading and signing session with celebrity authors will be the part of this. Will be showcasing national / international publication houses. Book launches, Book reading sessions, with celebrity authors, Awards will be constituted for novel, Poetry and criticism. The state library council will be the co-sponsor.

Art Gallery

Fest is the huge canvas for painters and photographers. Eminent Indian painters will brush and color their works in the festivals zone. The works will be curated and exhibited in the fest art gallery.

Photo gallery

Page 3 Shutterbugs, professionals, men of crafts, come together and bloating up the beauty of Kollam. Photographs taken by the celebrities will also be exhibit in the same.

400 pavilions @ the gigantic Ashramam Maidan

The event would have 400 AC and non AC stalls and pavilions. Many public sector undertakings and departments of the Central and State governments would put up stalls. As a prelude to the event, the Corporation would distribute thousands of saplings and vegetable seeds.

The show would also have seminars on environment, industry, education, health, media, women empowerment, and information technology. An elaborate organising committee with Chief Minister Oommen Chandy and Leader of the Opposition V.S. Achuthanandan as patrons had been constituted for the purpose. The organising committee would have 22 sub-committees.

Ship journey from Kollam Port, Horse Riding, Boating, Seminars on IT and lots of fun are in the agenda.

Awards would be constituted in memory of prominent personalities from the district in the fields of arts and culture. They include G. Devarajan, Jayapala Panikkar, Raveendran, Thirunelllur Karunakaran, V. Sambasivan, O. Madhavan, Kottarakara Sreedharan Nair, Cine Narayanan, Jayan, Murali and Olympian Suresh Babu.

Courtesy - Geekay (http://kollamcity.in/kollam-fest)

Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 01:31 PM

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Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 01:36 PM

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Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 08:09 PM

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Reghu

August 31st, 2011, 09:05 PM

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The construction work of ESI Medical college in Parippally in full swing.

The following work is on.

1) Medical College
2) MCH
3) Men's Hostel
4) Women's Hostel
5) PG Hostel
6) Nursing College
7) Nursing Hostel
8) OP&IP
9) Laboratory

The work force consist 60 Engineers, 80 Overseers and 1200 laborers.
The work is so fast that it will be completed by 2012 for its first admission.

Source: Manorama newspaper

maheshponneth

September 1st, 2011, 04:35 AM

^^Reghu, great work. keep it up

psanthosh

September 1st, 2011, 03:08 PM

Is this engg college is already functioning?

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navjot

September 1st, 2011, 03:09 PM

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The facade looks marvelous. There is a rumour that the HQs of Amrita University which is presently at Ettimadai in Coimbatore, is going to shifted to Amritapuri

@psantosh.

Yes it's functioning for about 8 years.. The main building was under construction. Our own Ktym forumer sakrishna is a product of this college

sreejith010

September 1st, 2011, 05:46 PM

The facade looks marvelous. There is a rumour that the HQs of Amrita University which is presently at Ettimadai in Coimbatore, is going to shifted to Amritapuri

@psantosh.

Yes it's functioning for about 8 years.. The main building was under construction. Our own Ktym forumer sakrishna is a product of this college
Amritha is a awesome college. It's so large and have super facilities. This college is really a lucky one for me. I attended TCS interview which held at this college and i selected.

JKVijay

September 2nd, 2011, 04:21 AM

Reghu

September 2nd, 2011, 08:13 AM

Is it true that we are cheated again? After IMC campus in Nedumpana, now IGNOU regional campus is denied to Kollam. If it is true, shame for UDF minsters and MPs from Kollam district. They need to be pro-active, but they are not.

http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1142817-local_news-kollam-കൊല്ലം.html

Yes, I also feel the same. If the IGNOU regional campus was to be shifted to Vithura in Thiruvananthapuram, then why the UDF or Shibu Baby John gave hopes to the people of Chavara and Kollam:bash:. Shibu and UDF now says the LDF proposed PVC pipe factory at Chavara is also shelved. These news are really disheartening for Kollam who was just emerging from the shadows of underdevelopment.

Another important thing is the current ministry has not made any significant comment or proposals for the tourist development of Kollam though every one knows about the district's potential especially in the wake of the last two weeks activities related to tourism. The South India tourism seminar was conducted in Kollam and every came to know the potential of tourism here including the honourable President of India.

It is high time UDF ministry and government to wake up and look at the proposals that PK Gurudasan's team and Mayor of Kollam have submitted to the government. Otherwise, the next LS polls will be a dismal one for them.

I am not posting the following screeshots to evoke any debate on politics, but we cannot deny certain facts. This post is only for reading not for any reply.

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Reghu

September 2nd, 2011, 08:28 AM

The facade looks marvelous. There is a rumour that the HQs of Amrita University which is presently at Ettimadai in Coimbatore, is going to shifted to Amritapuri

@psantosh.

Yes it's functioning for about 8 years.. The main building was under construction. Our own Ktym forumer sakrishna is a product of this college

If the HQ is shifted to Amrithapuri, then Amrithapuri may become the foremost centre of Higher education in Kerala with more higher educational institutions likely. Anyway lets hope for the best for Karunagapally and Kollam. Atleast, now we can forget about IGNOU regional centre and look forward to Amritha Vishwa Vidhypeetam HQ to our district. ^^

sreejith010

September 2nd, 2011, 08:53 AM

Saw in today's manorama e-paper

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Reghu

September 2nd, 2011, 09:00 AM

Saw in today's manorama e-paper

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Thanks for the nice information, Sreejith:). Kundara deserves a facelift especially in the hosptality sector. The proposed Leela Lake Palace Resort is not too far away from the land of proclamation.

This one really looks good. Hope the industrial town will see more developments, once the IT park becomes operational in December.

Reghu

September 2nd, 2011, 11:54 AM

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Aslesh

September 3rd, 2011, 06:54 AM

^^ Superb. :cheers:

pradeep_ktym

September 3rd, 2011, 07:54 AM

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The park looks like it can be a real beauty in kollam's map!!

pradeep_ktym

September 3rd, 2011, 07:55 AM

Is this engg college is already functioning?

great building

sakrishna

September 3rd, 2011, 08:13 AM

great building

Amritapuri Campus is witnessing tremendous development. The plan to shift the HQs to Amritapuri campus is still alive, I think. But space is the only constraint.

sreejith010

September 3rd, 2011, 10:42 AM

sreejith010

September 3rd, 2011, 10:44 AM

Honda Showroom

Peninsular honda is all set to open their mega honda dealership showroom next to the diya motors (kadappakada) in kollam. Piling works have started...

Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/K-Mall-Kollam/181793315186767)

Need to confirm this news. Anyway next week i am going to kollam and will try to gather info about this news.

sreejith010

September 3rd, 2011, 10:54 AM

Reghu

September 3rd, 2011, 12:12 PM

Need to confirm this news. Anyway next week i am going to kollam and will try to gather info about this news.

There is still some confusion about the actual firm coming up there. But it is a great location for a commercial centre/Multiplex or a future shopping Mall.

I will also be in Kollam for 10 days starting tomorrow. Will try to take some snaps.

Reghu

September 3rd, 2011, 12:37 PM

Top 10 Island Destinations in India

Munroe Islands selected as one of the best island destination in India. Great news for the tourism sector in kollam.

Siliconindia (http://www.siliconindia.com/shownews/Top_10_Island_Destinations_in_India-nid-90188.html) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/K-Mall-Kollam/181793315186767)

Thank u Dil Mohan(facebook) for this information

It is absolutely the best island and inland backwater destination. But lot of infrastructural developments needed to tap the full potential of this unique and exquisite land.

Mundroe Islands - The most preferred inland water destination in Ashtamudi Lake
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Munroe Islands

Munroe consists of a cluster of eight small islands located at the confluence of Ashtamudi Lake and the Kallada River, in Kollam district of Kerala.

Munroe has some of the best scenic and natural spots and is a favoured tourist destination in God's Own Country.

The Ashtamudi Lake is one of the largest wetland ecosystems in Kerala teeming with aquatic life. While staying at Munroe you can watch coir retting process, coir weaving, fishing and prawns feeding. One can also go for a migratory bird watch, and enjoy narrow canals and waterways, lagoons, coconut farms on the lake shore, Kandal plants and the beautiful tiny islands of Pathupara.

The island is well connected by road and inland water navigation and is about 25 kilometres from Kollam city by road.

Reghu

September 3rd, 2011, 12:59 PM

Kollam Fest Link: http://www.kollamfest.com (http://www.kollamfest.com/aboutfest.html)

More information on: http://kollamcity.in/kollam-fest

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Programs

Kollam Fest is destined to be the signature event in Kollam for year 2011 as well as the years to come.

National Exhibition

National Exhibition will have participation from different industry domains, Defence aero Space ministries and Tourism departments. International cultural programs and dazzling shows like live statue will be the highlight.

Cultural Programs

A platform for the countries foremost artists coming together to showcase their talents.

Big ticket Star Nites

Star studded event with participation from Bollywood, Sandalwood, Tollywood, Collywood & Mollywood

Traditional-Ethnic Arts Festival

Organize arts festival with a estranged national art forms by having folk lore fest, presenting ethnic other art forms

Seminars

Hosted and participated by News makers in the country and across the globe.

Entertainment and amusement

National / International programs, high voltage amusement kiosk for the kids and for the youth.

Magic Fest

The best of India’s screen magicians together with the magicians of international reputes will present their master pieces.

Film Fest

World famous movies will be premiered along with Molly-wood’s best. A green carpet ceremony for the Who is who of the film industry is the highlight.

Drama Fest

The fest aims to constitute an award in the name of the late Renowned actor O.Madhavan for the best professional theatre group in Kerala.

Book Fest

Book releases, book reading and signing session with celebrity authors. Showcases national/international publication houses.

Art Gallery

Eminent Indian painters will brush and color their works in the festivals zone. The works will be curated and exhibited in the fest art gallery.

Photo gallery

Page 3 Shutterbugs, professionals, men of crafts, come together and bloating up the beauty of Kollam.

400 pavilions @ the gigantic Ashramam Maidan

The event would have 400 AC and non AC stalls and pavilions. Many public sector undertakings and departments of the Central and State governments would put up stalls.

Ship journey from Kollam Port, Horse Riding, Boating, Seminars on IT and lots of fun are in the agenda.

Seminars on environment, industry, education, health, media, women empowerment, and information technology.

Superstar Mohan Lal and Bollywood superstar Sharukh Khan together inaugrated the Logo of the inaugral Kollam Fest to be held at the Ashramam maidan in Novemeber.
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Reghu

September 3rd, 2011, 01:45 PM

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Reghu

September 3rd, 2011, 01:51 PM

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navjot

September 3rd, 2011, 07:23 PM

Kollam Fest Link: http://www.kollamfest.com (http://www.kollamfest.com/aboutfest.html)

More information on: http://kollamcity.in/kollam-fest

wow... Kollam fest looks like a mega event... superb... looking forward to it....

geekay_r

September 4th, 2011, 05:25 AM

ESIC Model & Super Speciality Hospital- Asramam, Kollam

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ESIC Model & Super Specialty Hospital is situated on beautiful banks of picturesque Asthamudi Lake on a plotmeasuring about 3.89 acres.

The Hospital was commissioned in the year 1968 having 150 beds and was meant for imparting services to 12 dispensaries located in and around Asramam having about one lakh I-P population, major chunk of whom is women employees working in cashew processing units. The hospital was one of the biggest in Kerala and had outpatient and inpatient treatment services in allopathic and homoeopathy systems of medicine. It was decided to construct a new block in order to start super speciality services in the hospital.

The foundation stone for Super Speciality Block was laid on August 9th 1997 by the then Hon’ble. Union Minister of State for Labour Shri M.P. Veerendra Kumar.

More details can be viewed at http://kollamcity.in/esic-asramam

maheshponneth

September 5th, 2011, 06:27 AM

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what a bridge it is. Really superb. just like the bridges of Konkan railway.:)

navjot

September 5th, 2011, 02:12 PM

^^ this bridge is an architectural marvel.. constructed more than a century ago with just rocks,limestone and jaggery... !! It's surprosong to see the bridges constructed in the recent years developing cracks in just a few years after construction..

Gauge conversion is going on in this route at snail's pace.. At least the structure of this bridge is being preserved...

@ GKR.

.. pls abstain feom posting ads in this thread... you may post it in the kollam life thread....

navjot

September 5th, 2011, 02:33 PM

better late than never..

better late than never... Nippon toyota expects to open their exclusive showroom in the byepass by april 2012...

source: facebook

Aslesh

September 5th, 2011, 02:36 PM

This limestone, jaggery, egg white mix proves to be much long lasting than our Portland cement mix. Classic example is mullapperiyar dam. Had it been made with some other material it would have collapsed long back. There are several structures in India which was built with this material. Most of them still remains as such without much damage.

navjot

September 5th, 2011, 02:46 PM

Memus by this year end promises Rly minister

Source (http://www.deshabhimani.com/newscontent.php?id=56495)

Punalur Sengottai Gauge Conversion in 2 years :bash:

News source (http://www.deshabhimani.com/newscontent.php?id=56496)

jayadevan_c

September 5th, 2011, 05:53 PM

But Navajot, todays Manorama says just the opposite of of Deshabhimani

http://www.manoramaonline.com/cgi-bin/MMOnline.dll/portal/ep/malayalamContentView.do?contentId=9999087&programId=1073753765&channelId=-1073751706&BV_ID=@@@&tabId=11

Reghu

September 7th, 2011, 07:31 AM

Minister for Public Works V.K. Ebrahim Kunju inaugurated the newly constructed Kochupilamoodu bridge across the Kollam canal in the city on Tuesday.

Constructed at a cost of Rs.2.50 crore, it is one of the important links that bridges the western and eastern parts of the city. The new bridge was constructed after demolishing the old colonial bridge.

In his inaugural address, the Minister said the construction of the flyover across the railway line at the SP Office Junction in the city would be over in six months. He said half the construction work was over but the work now came to a standstill following a dispute with the contractor.

Clear directions had been given to the Public Works Department (PWD) officers and the contractor that construction of the Rs.16 crore flyover had to be completed in six months time. The Minister said that the government was committed to the development of Kollam. All development needs of the city would be met.

He said the Kochupilamoodu bridge, though small, would render a big service to the people of Kollam. It was the initiative of P.K. Gurudasan, MLA, which had resulted in the early completion of the bridge, the Minister said. “When it comes to development, there will be no politics,” he said. Mr. Gurudasan presided over the function. Mayor Prasanna Earnest delivered the keynote address. A.A. Aziz, MLA; and District Collector P.G. Thomas spoke. PWD superintending engineer V. Vijaya Kumar presented a report and executive engineer Thomas Mathew welcomed the gathering. Assistant executive engineer Shoba Unnithan proposed a vote of thanks.

Reghu

September 7th, 2011, 07:40 AM

http://img819.imageshack.us/img819/2262/kmallupcomingshoplist.jpg

Reghu

September 7th, 2011, 07:48 AM

Kollam Port is going to be busy again as one ship from Lakshadweep for export and two ships from Mangalore to import sand is supposed to call at the port in a month.

A Fork list for handling the cargo will be implemented soon in this regard. A major crane will also be installed at Kollam Port shortly.

The port is expected to be a full fledged one by December this year and would be able to cater the needs of medium sized vessels.

The district authorities and legislative members from Kollam have already submitted an ambitious 10000 crore Kollam Port development package to the President of India for the overall development of Kollam city and the Kollam coast.

The new objective is Kollam's development through Port and Tourism development. Indeed all the potential is there in Kollam for this.^^
http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/7327/kollamport2.jpg

http://img600.imageshack.us/img600/1328/kollamport5.jpg

http://img845.imageshack.us/img845/747/kollamport4.jpg

canty_kollam

September 7th, 2011, 06:27 PM

Do we know if there are going to be consumer goods coming or would it be raw materials?

canty_kollam

September 7th, 2011, 06:29 PM

Can anyone post the reviews of TheRaviz?. I have seen the pics & interiors but would like to have first hand information of the facilities/food/ambiance?

mohammedirshad06

September 9th, 2011, 09:10 AM

http://wallpapers.dgreetings.com/images/wallpapers/onam/onam-2.1024x768.jpg

HAPPY THIRUONAM!!!

Enjoy the best

psanthosh

September 9th, 2011, 11:37 AM

HAPPY ONAM to ALL

navjot

September 14th, 2011, 02:29 PM

Chief Minister Oommen Chandy today informed that the state government had earmarked Rs 157.96 crore for the maintenance works of damaged roads in five corporations.

Speaking to the mediapersons after the cabinet meeting held here on Wednesday, Chandy added that from this amount Rs 83.54 crore has been allotted for Kollam, Thrissur and Kozhikode corporations.

This is the first time that the PWD is undertaking the maintenance work of the damaged roads in the corporation limits with special terms and conditions. The maintenance work will be completed on ‘war footing’, CM said.

Asianet (http://www.asianetindia.com/news/govt-earmarks-15796-cr-corporation-road-repairs_292538.html)

Aslesh

September 14th, 2011, 02:33 PM

Entharanu corporationil ullavarkk matram mathiyo road?

Reghu

September 14th, 2011, 03:43 PM

Do we know if there are going to be consumer goods coming or would it be raw materials?

Two are carrying sand to Kollam Port while I think third is for exporting stationaries/Vegetables to Lakshadweep, but not very sure about the third one. Will get a clear picture shortly.

kollam city

September 14th, 2011, 04:58 PM

Reghu

September 15th, 2011, 09:55 AM

Can anyone help me out with the status of crystal home 10 storey apartment project ''silver park'' at medayil junction,kollam.

1. can anyoune update on its current status
2. can anyone post the recent photos
3. is it a good project.
4. is the area good and posh with development
5.Can ashtamudi lake be viewed from there
6.How much is the rate/sq.ft going on there.

Kindly help out at the earliest with this info if possible...would be of gr8 help

Thanks.

It has topped out 4 to 5 floors I guess. I have passed the location by bus recently but could not take any snaps. The location is good and is on the NH-47 side between Vellayittambalam and Ramankulangara. The Ashtamudi Lake can be viewed from the top floors since it is a 10 storeyed one and the lake is not far away. But is not very near to the banks of Ashtamudi lake such that of Artech Lake Castle.

Probably, other forum friends can update other information or may correct my information if something is wrong.

kollam city

September 15th, 2011, 02:02 PM

It has topped out 4 to 5 floors I guess. I have passed the location by bus recently but could not take any snaps. The location is good and is on the NH-47 side between Vellayittambalam and Ramankulangara. The Ashtamudi Lake can be viewed from the top floors since it is a 10 storeyed one and the lake is not far away. But is not very near to the banks of Ashtamudi lake such that of Artech Lake Castle.

Probably, other forum friends can update other information or may correct my information if something is wrong.

Well, thanks freind...Actually the work for crystal homes started on 14th march or may 2009...I have the photos of it as on march 2011, where 5 floors were constructed...

would like to know how much exactly now it is...

Would be gr8 if u post some current photos of the building and nearby area.

ALSO can u tell me the rate/sq.ft currently going on there.

sreejith010

September 15th, 2011, 10:50 PM

Reliance Store
http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/6835/relz.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/94/relz.jpg/)

I heard that Reliance stores are coming in this building. It's the new building coming besides Corporation building.

kollam city

September 16th, 2011, 05:29 AM

well i feel its the 1st building in kollam with swimming pool, gym at the top floor,with transparent capsule lifts, stilt/basement car parking ,mall at the ground floor and 3 balconies for each flat.

Reghu

September 16th, 2011, 08:01 AM

Excise and Ports Minister K. Babu has said that the Neendakara port in Kollam will be made the hub of the State's maritime education sector.

He was inaugurating a diving course of the Neendakara Maritime Institute at a function on Thursday.

He said a unit of the institute would be shortly established at Kodungalloor. He said many unauthorised maritime institutes were operating in the State without government recognition. Steps would be taken to restrict their operations.

Reghu

September 16th, 2011, 09:14 AM

17 crores has been allocated for developing Neendakara port region into a maritime educational hub, the port minister said.

He said the order for purchasing the Container Handling Crane for Kollam port is done. For installing the Fork Lift at Kollam Port , 3 crore tender process is been done.

He asked the Kollam collector to convene a meeting comprising of legislative members and businessman for discussing Kollam Port's development and infrastructural development.

Source - Mathrubhoomi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1164743-local_news-kollam-നീണ്ടകര%20(കൊല്ലം).html)

Excise and Ports Minister K. Babu has said that the Neendakara port in Kollam will be made the hub of the State's maritime education sector.

He was inaugurating a diving course of the Neendakara Maritime Institute at a function on Thursday.

He said a unit of the institute would be shortly established at Kodungalloor. He said many unauthorised maritime institutes were operating in the State without government recognition. Steps would be taken to restrict their operations.

kollam city

September 16th, 2011, 10:07 AM

17 crores has been allocated for developing Neendakara port region into a maritime educational hub, the port minister said.

He said the order for purchasing the Container Handling Crane for Kollam port is done. For installing the Fork Lift at Kollam Port , 3 crore tender process is been done.

He asked the Kollam collector to convene a meeting comprising of legislative members and businessman for discussing Kollam Port's development and infrastructural development.

Source - Mathrubhoomi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1164743-local_news-kollam-നീണ്ടകര%20(കൊല്ലം).html)

Gr8...good to see kollam develop...should be on par with Kochi and trivandrum./..and other cities of india...

kollam-crystal homes project''silver park'' at medayil junction

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Can anyone help me out with the status of crystal home 10 storey apartment project ''silver park'' at medayil junction,kollam.

1. can anyoune update on its current status
2. can anyone post the recent photos
3. is it a good project.
4. is the area good and posh with development
5.Can ashtamudi lake be viewed from there
6.How much is the rate/sq.ft going on there.

Kindly help out at the earliest with this info if possible...would be of gr8 help

Thanks.

Reghu

September 16th, 2011, 12:20 PM

Dude,

I have already sent an email to them in this regard. Waiting for the reply. You may can get information using the following contacts:

CRYSTAL HOMES
43/2614 G, Aisha Towers, Sastha Temple Road,
Behind Gokulam Park Inn, Kaloor, Cochin - 682017
Tel/Fax: 0484-2780817,

Mob: 9846030033, 94471 17769

E-mail: home@crystalhomes.co.in

website: www.crystalhomes.co.in

Gr8...good to see kollam develop...should be on par with Kochi and trivandrum./..and other cities of india...

kollam-crystal homes project''silver park'' at medayil junction

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Can anyone help me out with the status of crystal home 10 storey apartment project ''silver park'' at medayil junction,kollam.

1. can anyoune update on its current status
2. can anyone post the recent photos
3. is it a good project.
4. is the area good and posh with development
5.Can ashtamudi lake be viewed from there
6.How much is the rate/sq.ft going on there.

Kindly help out at the earliest with this info if possible...would be of gr8 help

Thanks.

JKVijay

September 17th, 2011, 05:47 AM

The facade looks marvelous. There is a rumour that the HQs of Amrita University which is presently at Ettimadai in Coimbatore, is going to shifted to Amritapuri

@psantosh.

Yes it's functioning for about 8 years.. The main building was under construction. Our own Ktym forumer sakrishna is a product of this college

I strongly believe Amrita University will shift the HQ to Kerala. They also have plans to open campuses in Hyderabad, Bangalore and Delhi, and later one in Trivandrum. This institution is a proud example for all Keralites.

Reghu

September 17th, 2011, 07:26 AM

I strongly believe Amrita University will shift the HQ to Kerala. They also have plans to open campuses in Hyderabad, Bangalore and Delhi, and later one in Trivandrum. This institution is a proud example for all Keralites.

It would be great if they have plans to have a big campus at Karunagapally in future such as the Banaras Hindu University campus at Varanasi or the Aligad University Campus. This may require additional 500 to 600 acres extra for this. It will be tough task to acquire this land as Karunagaplly has one of the highest land price in Kerala.

psanthosh

September 17th, 2011, 07:27 AM

Amrita University is a proud example for all Keralites. It suppose to be HQ in Kollam. But because our Left is always against everything; we lost it to TN.

I strongly believe Amrita University will shift the HQ to Kerala. They also have plans to open campuses in Hyderabad, Bangalore and Delhi, and later one in Trivandrum. This institution is a proud example for all Keralites.

Reghu

September 17th, 2011, 07:38 AM

Amrita University is a proud example for all Keralites. It suppose to be HQ in Kollam. But because our Left is always against everything; we lost it to TN.

Kollam is the ideal place as we lack good higher education campuses and aptly because Mata's birth palce is Kollam. Lets hope for the best. The shifting of HQ to Kollam will me a major fillip to the education and IT sector in Kollam.

In future (maybe 10 to 15 years later) there may be lot of vacant land at Neendakara - Chavara - Karunagapally coastal belt especialy after the mineral extraction from sand in the Arabian coast. These land can be used for IT parks. Shibu Baby John has already mentioned about this saying that the vacant land after use of mineral extraction will used for IT and Electonic parks.

Reghu

September 17th, 2011, 11:39 AM

Here it is
http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/9224/crystalxr.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/402/crystalxr.jpg/)
http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/6978/crystal2a.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/29/crystal2a.jpg/)

Courtesy - Sreejith
^^
Can anyone help me out with the status of crystal home 10 storey apartment project ''silver park'' at medayil junction,kollam.

1. can anyoune update on its current status
2. can anyone post the recent photos
3. is it a good project.
4. is the area good and posh with development
5.Can ashtamudi lake be viewed from there
6.How much is the rate/sq.ft going on there.

Kindly help out at the earliest with this info if possible...would be of gr8 help

Thanks.

navjot

September 17th, 2011, 02:45 PM

It would be great if they have plans to have a big campus at Karunagapally in future such as the Banaras Hindu University campus at Varanasi or the Aligad University Campus. This may require additional 500 to 600 acres extra for this. It will be tough task to acquire this land as Karunagaplly has one of the highest land price in Kerala.

It would be good if the HQs is shifted to Amritapuri but shortage of space in the bottle necked area at Vallikavu will be a big hindrance to future expansion.

The campus at Ettimadai here in coimbatore sprawls across 400 acres in a beautiful location by the western ghats side and the Walayar forests - it's a serene and exotic location..... There's lot of space available for future expansion
Even though the HQs is here , most of the people here in the admin wing are mallus........

Reghu

September 17th, 2011, 03:19 PM

It would be good if the HQs is shifted to Amritapuri but shortage of space in the bottle necked area at Vallikavu will be a big hindrance to future expansion.

The campus at Ettimadai here in coimbatore sprawls across 400 acres in a beautiful location by the western ghats side and the Walayar forests - it's a serene and exotic location..... There's lot of space available for future expansion
Even though the HQs is here , most of the people here in the admin wing are mallus........

Yes land acquisition is difficult in Karunagapally...but they can look for land near Shasthancotta - Bharanickavu regions as these regions are comparitively less occupied and cost less compared to the other regions nearby Amrithapuri.

navjot

September 17th, 2011, 03:26 PM

Reghu

September 17th, 2011, 03:41 PM

Project status : 30 % completed

http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/9453/44561376.png

http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/3498/43356345.png

Proposed project :

http://www.35thnationalgames.in/images/stories/kerala/PrespectiveViews/hockeyview1.jpg

More Info : Link (http://www.35thnationalgames.in/index.php/infrastructure/new-infrastructure/215-new-hockey-stadium-kollam?start=2)

The Overall Project Progress Status of the renovation work of Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium Kollam on 31/08/2011 - 70% completed

Link - LBS (http://www.35thnationalgames.in/index.php/infrastructure/renovation-projects/210-corporation-stadium-kollam?start=2)

kollam city

September 17th, 2011, 04:19 PM

Courtesy - Sreejith
^^

well thank yopu freind...i hav seen this photo....this was traken on july 2011..it would be good if someone can post the latest photos of tha silver park project and nearby area.

kollam city

September 17th, 2011, 04:21 PM

Courtesy - Sreejith
^^
Quote:
Originally Posted by sreejith010
Here it is

Courtesy - Sreejith

well thank you freind...i hav seen this photo....this was taken on july 2011..it would be good if someone can post the latest photos of crystal homes silver park project at medayil junction and nearby area.

sakrishna

September 19th, 2011, 05:18 AM

SAIL is ready to invest RS.3000 crores in the Titanium Sponge Plant at KMML Chavara.

Source: Manorama (last week's)

navjot

September 19th, 2011, 08:03 AM

Under the proposal, the PWD Department will carry out maintenance work only on roads having a tarring width of 3.7 meters and those roads which have at least one of their ends connecting major roads

IBNLive (http://ibnlive.in.com/news/patch-work-of-all-roads-to-be-done-in-3-weeks/185444-60-122.html)

navjot

September 19th, 2011, 08:11 AM

SAIL is ready to invest RS.3000 crores in the Titanium Sponge Plant at KMML Chavara.

Source: Manorama (last week's)

Thats gr8 news... thanx 4 sharing krishna...

navjot

September 19th, 2011, 08:21 AM

The much awaited Kollam-Kottappuram National Waterway, which will make drastic changes in the transport sector of the state, will be made fully operational before December 2012, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy announced here on Sunday.

Speaking after laying foundation stone for the Indian Maritime University's Kochi campus, the Chief Minister said only some stretches of this waterway remained to be completed now.

This is mainly because of some disputes with fishermen over the possible damage to their nets due to an increase in boat movements in certain stretches, he said.

Such issues would be resolved soon and the full waterway would be made available for service by making it part of the government's developmental activities for one-year.

Subsequently the waterway would be extended to Thiruvananthapuram and Neeleswaram, the Chief Minister said. Apart from the cost advantages in cargo transport sector, waterways can also contribute to boosting the tourism sector in the state, he said.

Recognising the importance of waterways the Centre had sanctioned Rs 225 crore for the development of Kovalam-Neeleswaram waterway couple of years back. "We have not been able to fully utilize that fund so far,'' the Chief Minister said.

TOI (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/Kollam-Kottappuram-waterway-to-be-ready-by-next-year-end/articleshow/10034414.cms)

navjot

September 19th, 2011, 08:26 AM

Mathrubhumi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1170516-local_news-Punaloor-%E0%B4%AA%E0%B5%81%E0%B4%A8%E0%B4%B2%E0%B5%82%E0%B4%B0%E0%B5%8D%E2%80%8D.html)

2mrw marks the first anniversary of the last MG train run in this route.........

(file picture)

http://images.mathrubhumi.com/print_images/2011/Sep/18/00205_142388.jpg

Reghu

September 19th, 2011, 09:29 AM

MPs from Kollam Peethambara Kuruppu and Kodikunnil Suresh have submitted the railway needs of the district to the Raiway Board Member A P Mishra during hes visit to Kollam for inspecting the Punalur - Schencottah BG conversion progress. Mr. Mishra said that the work of the Punalur - Schencottah BG line conversion will be expedited and the line will be commisioned within 3 years.

Some of the railway needs from the MPs list are:

Start of MEMU services from Kollam to Kochi and Trivandrum

Infrastructural development of Kollam Junction Railway station

Immedeate Infrastructural development of Eravipuram, Kilikollur, Kundara, and Paravur railway stations

Footoverbridge over Kollam railway station to connect NH-47 and NH-208 to reduce traffic congestion

Second Terminal at the Upasana Hospital side with ticket counters

Extension of Kollam - Punalur train to Trivandrum with one First Class coach

Train service from Kollam to Ajmir

Increase the number of service of Trivandrum - Guwahati Express to 3 per week

Moreover, there is a general demand of shifting the exisiting offices, booking office, and the parcel services from the old railway station building (one of the oldest railway station buildings in Kerala) to the new railway station building. This will help to develop the Kollam Junction railway station to a modern railway station.

When the other important railway stations are struggling to find space for development, Kollam Junction Railway Station having around 300 acres of land within the railway station complex could be well developed as a modern one. Passengers have the general notion that the development of Kollam Junction is going at a snails pace due to callous attitude of the railway authorities.

Source - Mathrubhoomi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1170512-local_news-Kollam-കൊല്ലം.html)

Reghu

September 19th, 2011, 09:40 AM

Railway Board Member (Engineering) Aditya Prakash Mishra told Kodikunnil Suresh and N. Peethambara Kurup, MPs, that the gauge conversion work on the 42-km Punalur-Shencotta section would be completed in three years. Mr. Mishra reviewed the progress of work on Sunday.

The Punalur-Shencotta line is part of the Kollam-Tenkasi-Thirunellveli-Thiruchendur gauge conversion project.

While gauge conversion on the Kollam-Punalur section and the Shencotta-Tenkasi-Thirunelveli section is over, there has been no notable progress on the Punlaur-Shencotta gauge conversion work.

In the wake of this situation, Mr. Suresh and Mr. Kurup met the Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi and apprised him about the urgency to complete the work at the earliest.

It was on Mr. Trivedi's directions that Mr. Mishra inspected the progress of the work on Sunday.

Mr. Mishra who arrived at Punalur from Thiruvananthapuram via Kollam inspected the progress of the work accompanied by Mr. Suresh and Mr. Kurup. He told the MPs that a detailed report on the progress of the work would be submitted to Mr. Trivedi in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday.

A good portion of the work is along the Ghat section, which has sharp curves, steep gradients, tunnels and more than a century-old flyovers. It is due to these aspects that work along the Punalur-Shencotta section was taken up separately. A good portion of the section also passes through forest areas.

Mr. Mishra gave the three-year deadline to complete the work after holding detailed discussions with railway officers in charge of the gauge conversion work. From Punalur, Mr. Mishra travelled by road up to Aryankavu to inspect the progress of the work along the section.

He also inspected the 13 arch flyovers and the Kottavasal tunnel of the section.

Mathrubhumi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1170516-local_news-Punaloor-%E0%B4%AA%E0%B5%81%E0%B4%A8%E0%B4%B2%E0%B5%82%E0%B4%B0%E0%B5%8D%E2%80%8D.html)

2mrw marks the first anniversary of the last MG train run in this route.........

(file picture)

http://images.mathrubhumi.com/print_images/2011/Sep/18/00205_142388.jpg

sreejith010

September 19th, 2011, 11:29 AM

SAIL is ready to invest RS.3000 crores in the Titanium Sponge Plant at KMML Chavara.

Source: Manorama (last week's)

This project is there in news for more than 5 years. I think govt came with this project when GIM was held in cochin, correct me if i'm wrong.. So it's still in paper. Only one improvement is kmml constructed a titanium sponge plant with the help of isro for isro.. Hope this time there will be improvemnt in this scenario as this is the most ambitious project in kollam... It should be real a boost to already fast growing north kollam...

sakrishna

September 19th, 2011, 01:27 PM

This project is there in news for more than 5 years. I think govt came with this project when GIM was held in cochin, correct me if i'm wrong.. So it's still in paper. Only one improvement is kmml constructed a titanium sponge plant with the help of isro for isro.. Hope this time there will be improvemnt in this scenario as this is the most ambitious project in kollam... It should be real a boost to already fast growing north kollam...

Now that KMML has successfully produced Titanium sponge, I'm sure this time it will go forward. This is also likely to boost the development of Kollam port.:cheers:

Reghu

September 19th, 2011, 03:38 PM

That is indeed a great news and if it materializes the norhtern parts of the city and district will develop quickly.

Yes...the new plant in Chavara's success of putting India as the 7th country in the world to produce Titanium Sponge will be the inspiration and indeed as Sai said it will boost the prospects of Kollam Port and Neendakara Port as well.

SAIL is ready to invest RS.3000 crores in the Titanium Sponge Plant at KMML Chavara.

Source: Manorama (last week's)

Now that KMML has successfully produced Titanium sponge, I'm sure this time it will go forward. This is also likely to boost the development of Kollam port.:cheers:

This project is there in news for more than 5 years. I think govt came with this project when GIM was held in cochin, correct me if i'm wrong.. So it's still in paper. Only one improvement is kmml constructed a titanium sponge plant with the help of isro for isro.. Hope this time there will be improvemnt in this scenario as this is the most ambitious project in kollam... It should be real a boost to already fast growing north kollam...

navjot

September 20th, 2011, 06:28 AM

http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/5995/31644850.png

zodfish

September 20th, 2011, 08:41 PM

Hi guys,
I tried to capture some pic while i was travelling through Kollam, here it is:-

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/IMG_0854.jpg
KSRTC BUS STAND

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/DSC_0016.jpg
LINK ROAD (1)

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/DSC_0019.jpg
LINK ROAD (2)

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/DSC_0021.jpg
ASRAMOM CHILDREN'S PARK

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/DSC_0020.jpg
ASRAMOM CHILDREN'S PARK(2)

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/DSC_0023.jpg
RANDOM PIC FROM ASRAMOM

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/DSC_0022.jpg
RANDOM PIC FORM ASRAMOM

Will try to catch more......

zodfish

September 20th, 2011, 08:44 PM

http://i854.photobucket.com/albums/ab104/zodfish/IMG_0855.jpg
Water fountain @ Kollam Beach MG Park.

Reghu

September 21st, 2011, 07:26 AM

yogeshgk

September 21st, 2011, 08:10 AM

http://i52.tinypic.com/mafb5j.jpg

Malayaali

September 21st, 2011, 08:21 AM

^^

Amazing shot! Kollam has these much of backwaters! :)

Reghu

September 21st, 2011, 04:01 PM

The ground works of the MEMU Service & office building for MEMU service operation has started. The MEMU office building is coming up behind the Railway reservation centre. The parking area behind the Railway reservation centre has been moved and the authoritites are planning to complete the construction works by December to start the first MEMU service from Kollam.

Regarding the MEMU maintenance shed, only the electrification is pending while the track connectivity from the shed to outside is completed.

The first MENU service from Kollam Junction will be most likely in the Kottyam - Ernalulam route. The MEMU trains have 10 bogies and the bogies are expected to reach Kollam Junction from Perambur coach factory before the service commisioning.

Source - Mathrubhoomi (http://www.mathrubhumi.com/kollam/news/1173993-local_news-Kollam-കൊല്ലം.html)

navjot

September 22nd, 2011, 02:48 PM

SAIL is ready to invest RS.3000 crores in the Titanium Sponge Plant at KMML Chavara.

Source: Manorama (last week's)

Union Minister of Steel Discusses Various Steel Projects with Kerala Chief Minister

The Chief Minister of Kerala Shri Oommen Chandy called on the Union Minister of Steel Shri Beni Prasad Verma here today. Shri Verma discussed present status and future roadmap for the Joint Venture (JV) of SAIL and Steel Complex Limited, i.e. SAIL Steel Complex Limited with Shri Verma. The setting up of a Titanium Sponge Plant and setting up of Rare Earth Mineral Benificiation Project in joint venture with NMDC/KIOCL were also discussed in the meeting.

SAIL Steel Complex Limited (SCL) is a Joint Venture (JV) of SAIL and Steel Complex Limited, a Government of Kerala Enterprise, having equal share holdings of SAIL and Kerala Government of 43.8% each. Rest 12.4% shares of this JV are with the public. The management of this company is with SAIL. It is a 50,000 tonne per annum capacity mill for producing continuous cast billets. There is a proposal for setting up a 65,000 tonne per annum Rolling Mill for TMT Bars at Kozikode involving a capex of Rs. 50.00 crore. The billets from the JV Company would be used for conversion into TMT Bars and the same would be sold by SAIL for enabling better revenue realization. Salem Steel Plant of SAIL has been appointed as the central procurement agency for procurement of scrap for SCL.

SAIL is preparing a techno-economic feasibility report for setting up a Titanium based plant in Kollam, Kerala and the work is in its final stage. A decision regarding the business model would be taken on receipt of the feasibility report.

Government of Kerala had earlier proposed to NMDC to have Joint Venture project with Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd (KEMDEL) or Kerala Minerals & Metals Limited (KMML) for mining of Illmenite and other associated rare earth minerals and setting up a mineral beneficiation plant, in which KEMDEL/ KMML may have minority partnership with equity up to 26% and the rest of the equity with JV partner. The final product of the mineral beneficiation plant was proposed to be used in 10,000 Tonne per annum (TPA) Titanium Sponge plant and Titanium Alloy plant, which Kerala Government had proposed to set up in Joint Venture with SAIL.

Government of Kerala is now proposing to expand the mineral beneficiation and extraction activities by setting up on site beneficiation projects in Sri Lanka and Vietnam, as these countries have enough mineral resources and have shown interest in setting up such facilities there. Government of Kerala has proposed a Joint Venture between NMDC and Government of Kerala for setting up such projects, which would help in expanding plant capacities in Kerala to produce 10000-20000 TPA Titanium Sponge.

Considering high value realization of the final product, NMDC proposes to participate in value addition project of Titanium Sponge rather than restricting its activities up to mineral beneficiation only.

KIOCL has signed an MoU with Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation in presence of the Steel Minister and the Chief Minister to explore the possibility of iron ore mining, along with beneficiation and pelletisation facilities in the state of Kerala. The MoU will also look into the possibility of taking up other allied activities.

Press Information Beaurau- Govt of India (http://pib.nic.in/newsite/erelease.aspx?relid=76163)

navjot

September 22nd, 2011, 03:27 PM

@ zodfish...

Back with a bang of photos......... thanx 4 sharing zodfish...

@ yogeshgk,

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navjot

September 22nd, 2011, 03:32 PM

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Reghu

September 22nd, 2011, 04:27 PM

Indeed all the below breaking news are good signs for Kollam Port to become an established comprehensive cargo port in future.:cheers:

Union Minister of Steel Discusses Various Steel Projects with Kerala Chief Minister

The Chief Minister of Kerala Shri Oommen Chandy called on the Union Minister of Steel Shri Beni Prasad Verma here today. Shri Verma discussed present status and future roadmap for the Joint Venture (JV) of SAIL and Steel Complex Limited, i.e. SAIL Steel Complex Limited with Shri Verma. The setting up of a Titanium Sponge Plant and setting up of Rare Earth Mineral Benificiation Project in joint venture with NMDC/KIOCL were also discussed in the meeting.

SAIL is preparing a techno-economic feasibility report for setting up a Titanium based plant in Kollam, Kerala and the work is in its final stage. A decision regarding the business model would be taken on receipt of the feasibility report.[/URL]

Cashew Sector expected to reap a lot of benefits.

2 Vessels to connect Kollam port and Vallarpadam Container Terminal from April 2012..

Taking a leaf out of the book of countries like the Netherlands, Denmark and Greece, Kerala is getting ready to tap its long coast line by starting its own coastal shipping project. The immediate plan is use this channel to ferry containers from Vallarpadam Container Transshipment Terminal and thus decongest roads leading to Kochi. The project is expected to be up and running by April 2012.

Director of Ports Jacob Thomas told Express that various shipping companies and industrial representatives have shown keen interest in the coastal shipping project. “The cashew industry in Kollam will be a major beneficiary. The same will hold true for the rubber industry concentrated in Kottayam and Pathanamthitta.The construction industry too will benefit through the export of raw materials like cement and marble,” he said.

Kochi-based Great Sea Shipping Pvt Ltd confirmed its plans to launch river-sea vessels providing container transportation services operating on both fixed schedules and charter basis. Regi Mathews, executive director, Great Sea Shipping, said the company would commence operations with two vessels connecting Kollam port and Vallarpadam terminal, by April 2012. Each vessel would have the capacity to carry 52 containers.

“We were among the first in the country to secure licence late last year following the revision of Indian River-Sea Vessel Act by Director-General of Shipping.
“The vessels are under construction at the Century Shipyard, Panavally, Alappuzha” Mathews said.
The project is expected to give a fresh lease of life for the ailing cashew industry. Around 35,000 containers of imported raw cashew is brought from Kochi and Tuticorin ports a year and around 10,000 containers of cashew kernels move out of Kollam for exports, both by road.
“The industry has to shell out around `13,000 per container by road. Once the costal shipping project gets going and
“Kollam port is activated, crores of rupees can be saved,” said Cashew Manufactures and Exporters Association General Secretary, Abdul Salam.
The cashew industry has reason to cheer as the expense incurred in transporting a container on the Kochi-Kollam sea route will be only 40 per cent of what it currently costs by road. If the vessels operate within 12 nautical miles, thus ensuring non-entry into the international sea route, the journey would take just over six hours.

Source : IBNLive (http://ibnlive.in.com/news/coastal-shipping-ready-for-2012-launch/186546-60-116.html)